Makuri Blue Morning Glory

One of a kind — this work exists only once.

Period:
Shôwa (1926–1989)
Dimensions (height x width):
36 x 6,5 cm
Item number:
5939

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Details about the sold piece

  • Material HonshiPaper
  • MotifFlowers and Plants
  • TechniqueHand-Painted

Description

The asagao, the morning glory, has long been regarded in Japan as a symbol of transience, as its delicate blossoms open for only a few morning hours before wilting. On this narrow strip of paper, a vividly blue blossom with a pink center unfolds, surrounded by lush green, heart-shaped leaves and trailing vines.

This hand-painted work from the Shôwa period captivates with its loose, sketch-like brushwork, in which each leaf was laid down in just a few strokes – typical of classical bird-and-flower painting (Kachô-ga). As a Makuri, the work is unmounted and can be mounted or framed according to individual taste.

A cheerful, summery pictorial subject that can be presented in either a classical or contemporary manner, lending any room a quiet, poetic touch.

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