Kingfisher on a Lotus Flower

Name: Kingfisher on a Lotus Flower
SKU: 6223
Price: 690.00 EUR
Availability: InStock

Kakemono, unique work, 192 x 49 cm

Product number: 6223

Height 192 cm
Width 49 cm
Item Type Kakemono
Jikusaki Wood
Material Honshi Washi (Rice Paper)
Period of Creation Meiji (1868–1912)
Technique Hand-Painted
Unique Work Yes

€690.00

Available, delivery time: 1-3 Days

Description

This exquisite kakemono from the Meiji period depicts a tranquil kingfisher perched on a lotus leaf, while a withered lotus stem adorns the upper part of the image. The delicate depiction of the plant and the bird radiates a peaceful stillness and natural elegance. The artistic depiction of the lotus flower, a symbol of purity and renewal, stands in harmonious accord with the finely executed kingfisher.

The artwork is a special collaboration between several artists – Matsuko Matsuzawa, Shosuke Kobayashi, Shoun and Kumori Sugai. The artists have combined their skills in this unique work, creating an image that is both harmonious and multifaceted. Each artist has left their own stamp, shaping the distinctive character of this piece.

Painted on fine rice paper and fitted with a jikusaki made of wood, this kakemono radiates a timeless aesthetic. It is a valuable collector's item for lovers of Japanese art and a tribute to the collaboration of great artists.

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 Meiji (1868–1912) 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?.