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Two Turtles

Kakemono, unique work, 180 x 58 cm
Product number: 6213

Sold – no longer available

This piece was handmade by Shogetsu 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 180 cm
  • Width 58 cm
  • Item Type Kakemono
  • Jikusaki Wood
  • Material Honshi Silk
  • Period of Creation Shôwa (1926–1989)
  • Technique Hand-Painted
  • Unique Work Yes
Signature / Stamp:
Shogetsu
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Description

Experience the timeless beauty of traditional Japanese painting with this exquisite kakemono from the Showa period. This artwork depicts two turtles portrayed in a tranquil, natural setting – a symbol of longevity and wisdom in Japanese culture.

The image was masterfully hand-painted on high-quality silk by the Japanese artist Shogetsu, whose signature ennobles the work. The subtle use of colors and the finely tuned details of the composition reflect the deep connection with nature that is characteristic of traditional Japanese painting.

The jikusaki made of wood round off the kakemono harmoniously and underline its authentic character. This unique work is perfectly suited to creating an atmosphere of calm and elegance in your home. Whether as a special highlight in your living room or as a tasteful gift – this artwork will captivate you and its viewers.

Frequently asked

No – as a one-of-a-kind piece it exists in a single example only.
We would be glad to look for one. Get in touch with the details of the object you are looking for and we will see what we can do.
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?.