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The Eagle by one of the leading and most influential
artists in
China during the 20th century Hu Ke Zhong
GYOKUSHO.Fuji 1910 Recently restored this wonderful and beautifully painted image of Fujisan by Gyokusho also known as Yu Zhang 65.1x20.5 . This is a outstanding image full of depth with a flight of cranes in the clouds around Fuji San. £225 Includes box
Mountain Stream Sansui ga 1910 New top and bottom silks with original frame silk and scroll ends.73.2x22.3 £175
Kisui: Sparrow and Heavenly Bamboo- Nandina Domestica in Snow 1920 59x23. A very evocative painting . The snow makes you feel the icy air and almost hear the little bird as it searches for food in the snow covered landscape. £180 Kesui / Kisui, Suga 其翠 菅 (1830 - 1887)
Farmhouse In old Pines under FujiSan
1910 74x23.1 Restored Silk Mounts. A delightful composition
with fantastic Pines and a warm inviting cottage.
I was very pleased with the restoration of this delicate and
subtly coloured painting.
Tomizo Pine, Plum and Moonlight.75x24.4. Tomizo has captured the refection of light on the falling blossom. In Japanese painting of this style the pine represents long life and great strength but tempers this with the reminder that all things are not permanent and even in the dark, one can sometimes see the light.
Striking and dramatic rendering of sturdy branch with delicate blooms
shows confident, dynamic strokes.
This Japanese scroll painting features lush, blossoming Ume (plum)
branch, beautifully painted by the scroll artist Katsuhiko.
Katsuhiko also made and signed the specially created Kiri Box
48x24
Hand painted with detailed rendering offers great appeal to the
viewer £210
This is not a long painting and therefore
very suitable for display of a Bonsai.
Sakura Branch. £165 A similar study to the Ume
Branch painted by
Katsuhiko
Sakura, the famous Cherry tree and this heralds Spring. The colours of
the Japanese mounted silks are very nice and blend beautifully
Chinese scroll painting from the 1930's In very nice condition This is
not a long painting and therefore very suitable for display of a Bonsai.
Embroidered Silk covered Box 28.5 inches wide
Ichi no Otaki Waterfall Sansui ga
'fishing for Unagi on a summer evening'
A emotive and well detailed scene by scroll artist Kouzan painted late
20th century. Capturing the waterfall Ichi No Otaki (also see Ichi No
Otaki Scroll below) in the distance on a late Summer evening with the
lamps of the hut glowing and the reflection of the moonlight in the
great waterfall up in the mountains. This reminded me of Angel Falls.
Fishermen catching eels, Unagi, in the river at night, the best
time for this delicacy. It's a Japanese custom to eat Unagi on "doyo no
ushinohi" in the summer. Including Box, . Its is very nice
condition.£175
Nachi-no-Otaki are also known as the Number one Falls-Ichi no Otaki . These are very atmospheric images that reminds me in some ways of the great glacier shifts which created the magnificent waterfalls of Yellowstone National Park and Yosemite and Bridalveil Falls in Yosemite. Similar landscapes are in Japan deep in the mountains and the famous Nachi-no-Otaki Falls and the water from these mighty falls create lakes of pure fresh mountain water which has always been an attraction for the Japanese.
The Nachi Primeval Forest, is a place of mountain god worship. Nachi-no-Otaki / Ichi no Otaki Falls, 133 meters high.
The name comes from Mount Nachi, however as this is the biggest
waterfall in Japan it is also affectionately known as Ichi No, (Number
one) Otaki, (of all Waterfalls). Ichi no Otaki.
In the Mt. Nachi-san area is the Kumano Nachi-taisha Shrine. This has five
Shinto buildings called "Kumano-Gongen" structure,
which are very important cultural properties of Japan and are
architectural examples from the 8th through 10th century. Other places worth
a visit include the Seiganto-ji Temple with a vermilion three-storied
pagoda that has now become a Mt. Nachi-san's symbol, and the Hiryu-jinja Shrine
where the holy
go to worship the Nachi-no-Otaki Falls, also known as "Ichi-no-taki", as
what symbolises the divine spirit. The three-storied pagoda of the Seiganto-ji Temple was reconstructed in 1972, and its viewing
platform area affords
a full view of the Nachi-no-Otaki Falls.Kumano
Nachi-san
mountain, with its slopes covered by a primeval forest of luxuriant
evergreen trees, is about 10 kilometres (6.2 miles) inland from the Sea
of Kumano. Cascading down between the peaks, the Nachi River runs over
48 waterfalls. Nachi Fall or Ichi-no-Taki,
is the largest of these. The great Ichi-no-Taki, where in a
13-meter-wide flow, one ton of water drops straight down for 133 meters
(436 feet) every second, rivals the Kegon Fall at Nikko and the Fukuroda
Fall in Ibaraki Prefecture as the most beautiful waterfall in Japan.
Nearby, said to be the first place to have enshrined and revered Nachi
Fall, is the Nachi Shrine, one of the three Kumano Grand Shrines.
1 Yosemite: Bridalveil
2 Upper Falls 3 Upper Falls 4Yellowstone
USA 5 Ichi no Otaki Japan
An evocative and very nicely painted scroll of a winter mountain landscape Sansui Ga. This is a very long scroll more suitable for a stair well or tall hallway. The width is modest at just under 24 inches and the length is just under 87 inches. The silk mounts are original and in good condition and the Haiku, signature and Chop stamp are also clear. The scroll dates from the 1950's
Mountain Village in Snow 86.6 x 23.7 £175 including Box.
If you would like a big scroll I am also restoring another large scroll of an old pine and that length is around the same but the width is 32 inches. From a painting done for a screen door This 18th century painting on hand made rice paper of an old pine branch with gold highlights sprayed like Maki-e (蒔絵, lit. sprinkled picture) mounted onto new silks with period Scroll ends. This will be ready around the end of May
SHUNPOU painted this scroll of an old Watermill 73.8 x21.3 Subtle colouring painted delicately on Silk makes this a very warm picture, The silk mounts have been perfectly matched and the scroll is full of movement and energy. We are waiting on a box being made for this lovely scroll In good condition. £165
Kusamono Scroll 46x22 A very rare scroll with a
Waka Poem. Used for display with a Bonsai
£165 includes box
Kusamono (literally "grass thing") and shitakusa (literally "undergrass") are a potted collection of plants designed to either be viewed in accompaniment with
a bonsai or alone. Normally the term kusamono is used when the planting is displayed as the centre of attention, while the term shitakusa is used for plantings that accompany bonsai displays. In contrast to under plantings (which are potted in with the bonsai), kusamono and shitakusa are displayed separately in special pots, driftwood, or even stones.Plants used are typically moss, grass, lichen, small flowers, bamboo, or bulbs, that may heighten the beauty or reflect a certain season. While traditionally in Japan, plants gathered from mountains contributed to the bulk of companion plantings, modern use has extended to more creative and artistic design.
Waka (和歌 literally "Japanese poem") or Yamato uta is a genre of classical Japanese verse and one of the major genres of Japanese literature. The term was coined during the Heian period, and was used to distinguish Japanese-language poetry from kanshi (poetry written in Chinese by Japanese poets), and later from renga.
The term waka originally encompassed a number of differing forms, principally tanka (短歌, "short poem") and chōka (長歌, "long poem"), but also including bussokusekika, sedōka (旋頭歌, "whirling head poem") and katauta (片歌, "poem fragment"). These last three forms, however, fell into disuse at the beginning of the Heian period, and chōka vanished soon afterwards. Thus, the term waka came in time to refer only to tank
Sawarabi: Spring Ferns with Waka Poem75x12 189.4 x 29.4 and original Artists Box £180
Waka (和歌 literally "Japanese poem") or Yamato uta is a genre of classical Japanese verse and one of the major genres of Japanese literature. The term was coined during the Heian period, and was used to distinguish Japanese-language poetry from kanshi (poetry written in Chinese by Japanese poets), and later from renga.
The term waka originally encompassed a number of differing forms, principally tanka (短歌, "short poem") and chōka (長歌, "long poem"), but also including bussokusekika, sedōka (旋頭歌, "whirling head poem") and katauta (片歌, "poem fragment"). These last three forms, however, fell into disuse at the beginning of the Heian period, and chōka vanished soon afterwards. Thus, the term waka came in time to refer only to tank
Thatched house in the Mountains A beautiful study of a farm in the
mountains. The large thatched house is the grain store and would also be
the livestock shelter in winter. Nestled under mountains this
peaceful and evocative scene is a lovely example of Scroll Art with
delicate colours still fresh after half a century. With its own box,
£175
Asagao To Sekirei: Morning Glory and Wagtail
72.7 x 23.7 Including the original Box by the Chinese artist. £210
The Morning Glory in Chinese Art, a story for lovers
The star-shaped morning glory is symbolic of a single day each year in which the Chinese lovers, Chien Niu and Chih Neu, are allowed to meet. According to Chinese lore, Chien Niu was a boy start who was entrusted to take care of water buffalo in the heavenly kingdom. A girl star named Chih Neu was put in charge of seamstress duties. They fell in love, and the romance caused them to neglect their duties. In anger, God forced the young lovers to be separated on both sides of the Silver River and allowed then to meet only once during the whole year. So having this painting represents a symbol for two people who are in love but with the reminder that they need to find time for their responsibilities to their work, family and home.
The morning glory is aptly named, as the flower blooms in the morning and dies by the afternoon. The flowers are funnel-shaped and prefer full sun. Morning glories will grow in poor, dry soil. They are a vine flower and are highly useful for trellises where they reduce the heating and cooling costs of buildings.
Ancient and Modern Uses of Morning Glories
Morning glories are known in China for their medicinal properties. The
seeds are said to have a laxative effect. Large amounts of the seeds can
also be hallucinogenic.
The water morning glory, also known as water spinach or swamp cabbage, can be eaten like lettuce.
In ancient Mesopotamia, morning glory juice was used in combination with substance from the Castilla elastica tree to make a bouncing rubber ball over 3,000 years ago.
The wagtails form the passerine bird genus Motacilla.
They are small birds with long tails which they wag frequently.
Motacilla, the root of the family and genus name, means moving tail
There are three species in China, Korea and Japan however generally
there are two that live in China, the
Japanese Wagtail Motacilla
grandis
and the
Rising Sun over Ocean islands 80x20 inches with
Black Antique Kimono Silk covered box £170.
The ends are made from glazed pottery with a design of maple leaves.
The silk is in beautiful condition and a rich deep green-click for a
larger image
Emperor Jimmu (神武天皇, Jinmu-tennō); also known as: Kamuyamato Iwarebiko; given name: Wakamikenu no Mikoto or Sano no Mikoto, was the mythical founder of Japan and is the first emperor named in the traditional lists of emperors.
The Imperial house of Japan traditionally based its claim to the throne on its descent from Jimmu. No firm dates can be assigned to this early emperor's life or reign, nor for the reigns of his early successors. The reign of Emperor Kimmei (509?-571), the 29th emperor of Japan according to the traditional order of succession, is the first for which contemporary historiography are able to assign verifiable dates
79X22 with original artists box £185
Agari Koi-Leaping Carp (This painting will be restored by the end of June)Dramatic, large Japanese scroll featuring leaping Koi fish at base of rushing stream, early 20th century. Skilfully hand painted, animated rendering, delicately painted with wonderful sense of movement. Carp traditionally symbolize strength, courage and patience. Artist signed/stamped KYUSHO.1900
Oimatsu ni Tsuru (Old pine & crane).
This is an embroidered copy of a famous painting by MOTONOBU KANO.
A.D 1476-1559. Born in KYOTO pref.
Based in KYOTO prefecture and others. His sect was KANO. His father
& teacher was MASANOBU KANO and he was the 2nd leader of KANO sect.
This is traditional composition of Japanese painting. that
is normally displayed on auspicious days in Japan, holidays,
birthdays and weddings.
The embroiders art is at the very highest level in Japan and this is
displayed in Wedding Kimonos and special robes. The embroider has
taken a subject that makes a very nice example in a scroll and
making a small scroll like this is perfect for displaying with
Bonsai for example. The silk embroidery extends to the scroll itself
and everything is in very good condition for its age. A new Pauwlana
Wood Box has been made for this scroll May. £160
Length 39.3" / Width 13.6"
Kanô, Naonobu 狩野尚信 (1607 - 1650)
Kanô Naonobu was born in Kyoto, the son of Kanô Takanobu, and the younger brother of Kanô Tan'yu. Already in 1623 he was appointed goyô eshi (court painter - the shogun's court), and in 1626 he worked together with his brother for the shogun in Nijô castle. He was very successful as a painter: in 1630 he was summoned to Edo and given an estate, after which he founded the Kobikichô branch of the Kanô school. His brother and he are seen as the greatest Kanô artistes of the early Edo period.
Bonsai Scroll. Black Pine Kuro Matsu.
In the Literati, Bunjin Style. This
is a unique Sumei style painting. This is the first painting of a Bonsai I
have found . It is a rare subject for a scroll painter. Dating from
around 1870. Recently and very beautifully detailed restored grey silk
mounts with 19th century period red lacquered Scroll Ends. A truly valuable scroll and comes
with its 19th century hand made box. This is a double box called a
NIJU BAKO with the
scroll box inside an external lacquered hand made scroll box Only high quality
scrolls have this kind of double box.£395
NIJU
BAKO scroll box for bonsai Scroll
This is a very special scroll painted by one of Chinas outstanding Scroll artists. This is a very important Scroll.
Sold at his exhibition in Japan in 1992. This was Hu Ke Zhong's last exhibition and he is no longer alive.
Painting and calligraphy: '1992 Hu Ke Zhong held personal exhibitions in Japan to great Local acclaim'
This scroll is an outstanding example of Chinese Scroll art at the
very highest level and comes with the original artists signed box.
£2500.oo
Scrolls of Hu Ke Zhongs work now sell, I have been reliably
informed, for twice this price in China.