Three Cranes in Evening Light
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This piece was handmade by Shoka and was a 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 172 cm
- Width 54 cm
- Item Type Kakemono
- Jikusaki Wood
- Material Honshi Silk
- Period of Creation Shôwa (1926–1989)
- Technique Hand-Painted
- Unique Work Yes
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Description
In a warm play of light, this subtle kakemono, titled "Three Cranes in Evening Light," shows three cranes resting on a rocky hill beneath pine trees. The elegant posture of the birds, combined with the subtle movement of their necks, lends the scene a lively harmony. The delicate shading and fine lines on fine silk make the work appear both powerful and graceful at once.
The work dates from the Showa period, bears the seal of Shoka, and is traditionally finished with a jikusaki of wood. The cranes – in Japan symbols of longevity, good fortune, and peace – are united here in a composition that radiates both calm and subtle dynamism. The skillful transition from muted gray and black tones to the brilliant red accents of the head feathers repeatedly draws the viewer's gaze to what matters most.
This kakemono is not only a decorative eye-catcher but also an expression of deep cultural symbolism. It is perfectly suited to artfully designed living spaces or collections that place the elegance and spiritual significance of traditional Japanese painting at their center.
