Cockatoo in Blooming Wisteria
Sold – no longer available
This piece was handmade by Chō Ikkyū and was a one-of-a-kind work. It cannot be reordered and will never exist in this form again. The page stays online as part of our archive.
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Details about the sold piece
- Height 195 cm
- Width 80 cm
- Item Type Kakemono
- Jikusaki Wood
- Material Honshi Paper
- Period of Creation Shôwa (1926–1989)
- Technique Hand-Painted
- Unique Work Yes
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Description
This fine kakemono from the Showa period, signed with the artist's seal of Cho Ikkyu, shows a fascinatingly detailed motif: an elegant, white cockatoo sits proudly and attentively on a branch, surrounded by lushly blooming wisteria, whose delicate flowers and leaves are rendered in soft, harmonious tones.
In Japanese symbolism, wisteria (fuji) stands for longevity, grace, and eternal beauty, while the cockatoo embodies exoticism and intelligence. The depiction masterfully combines lifelike precision with a playful lightness of brushwork that is typical of traditional Japanese painting on paper.
This work not only brings the beauty and elegance of Japanese flora and fauna into your rooms, but also conveys a relaxed and peaceful atmosphere. The subtle colors and harmonious design ensure that the painting integrates excellently into both classic and modern living environments.
Finished with a jikusaki made of wood, this unique work of art represents a beautiful addition to your collection or a stylish eye-catcher in any home.
