Scroll painting (Kakejiku) / 'Two large carps with water...

Scroll painting (Kakejiku) / ‘Two large carps with water ripples’ / Hand-painted on silk / Japan / Taishō period (1912-1926) Tomobako (scroll box): None Date of year: N/A jikusaki 軸先 (roller ends) : Bone Hyogu (mounting): Silk / Brocade Technique: Hand painted on silk Size: H 206 cm x W 62 cm (includes roller ends) Honshi (the main central artwork) size: H 128 cm x W 42 cm Weight: +/- 400 g Condition: Good condition for its age. The painting is old and accordingly bears its signs of wear such as some wrinkles and some stain, as depicted. In Japan, carp (Koi or Nishikigoi) primarily symbolize perseverance, strength, and success. Will be carefully packaged and sent by registered mail.

Estimate:£167.51

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