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A finely detailed scroll painting, this Mid-Century Japanese Silk Painting Ink Asian Tapestry showcases ink and gouache on silk, featuring seasonal flowers, particularly white and red camellias in superbly intense colors. The piece is both signed and inscribed, mounted to a hanging scroll, with an image size of 14-3/8"T x 17-5/8"W. The overall dimensions of the scroll are 4'2¼" x 2'⅝"W. At [Your Company Name], we specialize in high-end luxury fine art and collectibles sourced from private estates. Our mission is to discover and curate exceptional art by collecting a diverse range of contemporary, vintage, antique, and collectible items from around the world. Each piece is individually handcrafted, breathing new life into forgotten relics and giving them back their unique story. We invite dealers, galleries, and private collectors to register securely and make purchases with us

Japanese scroll paintings, or "kakemono-e," have a rich history that spans centuries. Originating from China and introduced to Japan during the Nara period (710–794), scroll paintings became an integral part of traditional Japanese art. The use of scrolls allowed artists to depict narratives, landscapes, and various themes in a vertical format. Colored scroll paintings in Japan evolved over time, showcasing distinctive styles and themes. During the Heian period (794–1185), the "yamato-e" style emerged, characterized by vibrant colors, detailed depictions of courtly life, and narratives inspired by literature. Over the following centuries, various schools of painting, such as the Kano and Tosa schools, contributed to the development of diverse painting techniques and subject matters. The Muromachi period (1336–1573) witnessed the rise of the ink monochrome painting style, influenced by Zen Buddhism. However, during the Momoyama period (1568–1600), the vibrant and expressive "rimpa" style gained popularity, featuring bold colors and decorative elements. The Edo period (1603–1868) marked a flourishing era for scroll paintings, with the emergence of the ukiyo-e genre. Ukiyo-e artists like Hokusai and Hiroshige produced iconic scroll paintings depicting landscapes, kabuki actors, and beautiful women. This period also saw the development of the "kacho-e" genre, focusing on vibrant depictions of flowers and birds. In the Meiji era (1868–1912), Japan underwent rapid modernization, influencing art styles. Western techniques and perspectives began to merge with traditional Japanese aesthetics in scroll paintings. The 20th century brought further experimentation with styles, with artists like Nihonga painters combining traditional themes with modern approaches. Today, Japanese scroll paintings continue to evolve, with contemporary artists exploring new techniques and themes. Whether portraying traditional landscapes or pushing artistic boundaries, the history of scroll Japanese colored paintings reflects the dynamic and diverse nature of Japan's artistic heritage.

Link: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kakemono

A kakemono, "hanging thing"), more commonly referred to as a kakejiku, "hung scroll"), is a Japanese scroll painting or calligraphy mounted usually with silk fabric edges on a flexible backing, so that it can be rolled for storage.



As opposed to makimono, which are meant to be unrolled laterally on a flat surface, a kakemono is intended to be hung against a wall as part of the interior decoration of a room. It is traditionally displayed in the tokonoma alcove of a room especially designed for the display of prized objects. When displayed in a chashitsu, or teahouse for the traditional tea ceremony, the choice of the kakemono and its complementary flower arrangement help set the spiritual mood of the ceremony. Often the kakemono used for this will bear calligraphy of a Zen phrase in the hand of a distinguished Zen master.