Sparrow on Snow-Covered Plum Branch

Name: Sparrow on Snow-Covered Plum Branch
SKU: 6227
Price: 280.00 EUR
Availability: InStock

Kakemono, unique work, 193 x 50 cm

Product number: 6227

Height 193 cm
Width 50 cm
Item Type Kakemono
Jikusaki Wood
Material Honshi Washi (Rice Paper)
Period of Creation Shôwa (1926–1989)
Technique Hand-Painted
Unique Work Yes

€280.00

Available, delivery time: 1-3 Days

Description

This delicate kakemono from the Showa period shows a small sparrow perched on a blossoming plum branch. The delicate blossoms, the fresh buds, and the lively bird capture the essence of spring, a time of new beginnings and renewal in Japanese culture. The fine details and the gentle coloring give the work a natural grace.

The artwork was painted on paper and carries a jikusaki made of wood, corresponding to the traditional style of the kakemono. The fine brushwork reflects the high artistry of Japanese painting, while the harmony between the bird, the tree, and the blossoms creates a peaceful and fresh atmosphere.

This piece is ideal for lovers of Japanese nature painting and is excellently suited to bring a bright and positive mood into your home or your collection.

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?.