Kakemono Cranes on the Pine
One of a kind — this work exists only once.
- Period:
- Shôwa (1926–1989)
- Dimensions (height x width):
- 190 x 60 cm
- Item number:
- 4270
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Details about the sold piece
- JikusakiWood
- Material HonshiSilk
- MotifAnimals
- TechniqueHand-Painted
Description
A pair of cranes balances on the gnarled branch of an old pine, while in the background a deep red sun rises over a wide, golden expanse – a composition that unites two of the strongest lucky symbols of Japanese art, crane and pine.
Unlike purely monochrome crane depictions, this work is executed in color: the pure white plumage, the black flight feathers, and the red crowns of the birds are finely worked out, while the pine needles in strong dark green form a vivid contrast to the warm golden tone of the background. Created in the Shôwa period on silk, the scroll has jikusaki ends made of wood.
The combination of crane, pine, and rising sun is among the classic New Year's and good luck motifs of Japan and was traditionally hung on festive occasions. This kakemono, titled Cranes on the Pine, combines vivid coloring with deeply rooted symbolism.
