A Woodblock Print by Haku Maki – “Poem 70-85”

Japanese: Paintings: Other Pre 1980: item #1118802
COLL 1204

This fine print dates from 1970 and is one of several Poem prints mad by the Sōsaku hanga master, Haku Maki. The print measures 19 by 15” in the frame – the actual print measures 12” by 8 ½”. It is number 70/182 and features Maki’s signature, seal, and intaglio printing style. The print is in excellent condition – not examined out of the frame. The frame has one ¼” nick on the bottom edge.

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Pair of uchiwa (fan) Firefly and Bamboo on Gold Leaf

Japanese: Paintings: Other Pre 1960: item #1118797
090801

A night in the summer when fireflies wink their light. In this scene, one of the fireflies is glowing to appeal for mating behavior. The exquisite moment at dusk is finely depicted on the decorative gold leaf background. It is in excellent condition. This piece is a pair with another fan item# 1118796.

H 9 1/2” x W 9 3/4” (H 24cm x W 24.5cm)

Pair of uchiwa (fan), Moon and Rabbits on Gold Leaf

Japanese: Paintings: Other Pre 1960: item #1118796
090801

Fine decorative fan featuring two white rabbits under the gleam of the moon. The sumptuous gold background is producing a shimmering effect. Rabbit is often appeared in East Asian folklore as a messenger from the moon, where it is seen pounding in a mortar and pestle. In Chinese folklore, it is often portrayed as a companion of the moon goddess Chang'e or Chang-O, constantly pounding the elixir of life for her, while in Japan and Korea, it is just making mochi, which is the popular snack of mas... Click for details

Antique Japanese Kaiawase with Yamato-e Painting

Japanese: Paintings Pre 1900: item #1118792
10993

Approximately mid Edo period, 18th century, or earlier, Japanese Kaiawase made of clam　shell, inside is painted in Yamato-e, Overall condition is excellent with fine patina.

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Antique Japanese Kaiawase with Yamato-e Painting

Japanese: Paintings Pre 1900: item #1118790
10994

Approximately mid Edo period, 18th century, or earlier, Japanese Kaiawase made of clam　shell, inside is painted in Yamato-e, Overall condition is excellent with fine patina.

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Jogetsu (1687-1771) - Oni no Nembutsu

Japanese: Paintings: Scrolls Pre 1800: item #1118770

An 18th century image of a Japanese Oni dressed as a priest and reciting prayers (Oni no Nembutsu), the meaning of which is open to a number of interpretations. The scroll is mounted in the tea ceremony style and would no doubt make for an enlightening discussion. The image measures 13'' by 22'' (33.5 by 56 cm). The scroll measures 50'' by 25'' (128 by 63 cm). Painted with ink on paper the work is in good condition. There are a few worm holes present though these were patched durin... Click for details

Hirowatari Koshu (1737-1784) - Nagasaki tiger

Japanese: Paintings: Scrolls Pre 1800: item #1118769

An extraordinary 18th century Nagasaki school painting of a tiger by Koshu. The tiger is pictured defiantly holding its ground against an impossibly large stalk of bamboo bent by relentless winds. For a comparable painting of a tiger by Koshu see the Etsuko and Joe Price Shin'enKan Collection: webkiosk.gallerysystems. com. The image measures 35'' by 15'' (88 by 38 cm). The scroll measures 74'' by 20'' (188 by 51 cm). Painted on paper with ink and color the work is in reasonably good... Click for details

Kawada Hankei (fl.1789-1801) - Nagasaki kachoe

Japanese: Paintings: Scrolls Pre 1800: item #1118768

A painting from the Nanpin or Nagasaki school of bird and flower painting which originated in Nagasaki in the mid 18th century. The style featured meticulous realism of birds, flowers and animals coupled with a strong sense of volume imparted to trees and rocks, creating highly decorative works whose roots lie in Chinese bird and flower painting. The image measures 39'' by 14'' (100 by 35 cm). The scroll measures 62'' by 18'' (156 by 45 cm). The work is painted on silk with ink, color and ... Click for details

Unkoku style landscape screen

Japanese: Paintings: Screens Pre 1800: item #1118766

A six-fold screen in the style of the early Unkoku school. The Unkoku school was founded by Unkoku Togan (1547-1618), who in 1593 was given the use of Sesshu Toyo's studio, Unkokuan and took the artistic name 'Togan', which uses the first character of 'Toyo'. The ink landscape that extends across the low screen recalls many of Sesshu's works, not only in the sharp, heavy outlines but in the shapes of the rocks, buildings and figures and in the precise structuring of the landscape elements. T... Click for details

A pair of Hanging Scroll, Bird and Plants by Chinzan

Japanese: Paintings: Scrolls Pre 1900: item #1118493
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Stylized hanging scrolls featuring local birds rests on the plants such as willow branch as well as yellow sorrel. The Artist Tsubaki Chinzan (1801-1854) was active during late Edo period (1603-1867). He studied under Tani Buncho and Watanabe Kazan, who were very well known for realistic paintings with western painting techniques. Chinzan was well adept at bird and flower paintings as well as portraits. He was also attracted by the naturalistic techniques of Chinese literati artists of the late... Click for details