Flower
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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 195 cm
- Width 32 cm
- Item Type Kakemono
- Jikusaki Wood
- Material Honshi Paper
- Period of Creation Meiji (1868–1912)
- Technique Hand-Painted
- Unique Work Yes
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Description
This flowering branch appears delicate and airy, its white and orange blossoms loosely scattered across the lower part of the picture, while delicate leaves and buds lighten the composition. Above the motif, a short accompanying text appears in cursive calligraphy, as is often combined with the painted motif in Japanese kakemono.
Flowering branches were among the most popular subjects in Japanese painting, as they symbolize the change of the seasons and the transience of beauty. The fine, almost sketch-like brushwork makes the blossoms appear light and weightless.
The picture is painted on paper, mounted with wooden rods, and dates from the Meiji period. The combination of the painted motif and the accompanying line of script makes this kakemono a charming example of classical Japanese hanging scroll art, ideally suited to a calm, stylish interior design.
