Crane by the Sea
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This piece was a handmade 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 152 cm
- Width 73 cm
- Item Type Kakemono
- Jikusaki Bone
- Material Honshi Silk
- Period of Creation Meiji (1868–1912)
- Technique Hand-Painted
- Unique Work Yes
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Description
With fine, precise lines, an elegant white crane with dark wingtips is captured in the upper part of the image, appearing to hover over turbulent water. Below, foaming waves rise up in bold, loosely applied ink tones, creating an appealing contrast between the delicate feather rendering of the bird and the dynamic movement of the sea. On the right, a signature with a round red artist's seal can be seen.
The crane is one of the most important symbols of good fortune and longevity in Japan and is often depicted together with the sea or pine trees to convey wishes for permanence and a long life. This kakemono was created during the Meiji period (1868–1912) and was painted entirely by hand on silk, lending the depiction a particular refinement.
The roller rods are fitted with bone ends. With its combination of delicate bird depiction and powerful wave movement, this hanging scroll is an expressive unique work for lovers of classical Japanese bird and nature painting.
