Kakemono Grandfather and Grandson

One of a kind — this work exists only once.

Period:
Shôwa (1926–1989)
Dimensions (height x width):
182 x 45 cm
Item number:
3838

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Details about the sold piece

  • JikusakiWood
  • Material HonshiPaper
  • MotifPeople
  • TechniqueHand-Painted

Description

Painted with a fine brush and restrained coloring, this kakemono shows a white-bearded old man and a small boy beneath a flowering peach branch, on which the first fruits are already appearing and a small bird sits among the branches, while the two figures turn toward each other with a friendly expression.

In East Asian symbolism, the peach has long been regarded as a sign of long life and immortality, while the child's attentive gesture at the old man's side suggests the connection between generations and the passing on of wisdom and experience. The brushwork in the robes is clear and confidently drawn, the colors are finely graduated and appear warm and harmonious, almost narrative in expression.

The picture was painted on paper and fitted with wooden roller ends; it dates from the Shôwa period. As a hand-painted unique work, this hanging scroll combines a warm, narrative scene with the quiet elegance of classical Japanese figure painting and is suitable as a symbolic gift for family occasions.

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