Jurojin on Clouds

Name: Jurojin on Clouds
SKU: 4420
Price: 140.00 EUR
Availability: InStock

Kakemono, unique work, 197 x 47 cm

Product number: 4420

Height 197 cm
Width 47 cm
Item Type Kakemono
Jikusaki Sculpture
Material Honshi Paper
Period of Creation Shôwa (1926–1989)
Technique Hand-Painted
Unique Work Yes

€140.00

Available, delivery time: 1-3 Days

Description

Jurojin is one of the Seven Lucky Gods of Japanese mythology and represents a long, fulfilled life. In this kakemono he appears as a tall, bearded figure with a bald head and plain, light-colored robe, his arms hidden in wide sleeves, depicted standing on clouds.

The restrained coloring and the calm, upright posture of the figure underscore the dignified character of the god. Unlike some depictions in which Jurojin is accompanied by a deer or crane, this work concentrates entirely on the figure itself, lending it particular weight.

Images of the Seven Lucky Gods, especially individual depictions such as this one, were traditionally hung on festive occasions such as the New Year's festival to invoke prosperity and a long life. For collectors of Japanese mythology or lovers of classical depictions of gods, this kakemono is an atmospheric and meaningful choice.

Frequently asked

When was the work created?

Based on the previous owners' information and the condition of the object we place it broadly in the Shôwa (1926–1989) period, but cannot give a precise date.

Is this genuine craftsmanship?

Yes, this piece is a genuine handcrafted original that exists only once.

Why does the date of creation sometimes not match the artist's dates

Because the two pieces of information speak about different things: the period designation describes the object – support, colors, condition – while the signature reflects which name appears on the painting. In most cases there is no attempt at deception behind this, but rather Japanese painting training: copying from workshop models was the curriculum for centuries, an utsushi is regarded as a bow to the teacher, workshops signed with the master's name, and artist names were passed down within a school. Such a hanging scroll is therefore not a forgery, but a hand-painted one-of-a-kind that continues the formal language of its school – just not the work of the famous name, and priced accordingly. We explain this in detail in the guide Why does a kakemono often bear the signature of an artist long deceased?.