Kakemono Nightingale on a Plum Branch

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Signature / Stamp:
Sako
Period:
Shôwa (1926–1989)
Dimensions (height x width):
101 x 51 cm
Item number:
6232

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This piece was handmade by Sako and was a one-of-a-kind work. It cannot be reordered and will never exist in this form again. The page stays online as part of our archive.

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Details about the sold piece

  • JikusakiSculpture
  • Material HonshiWashi (Rice Paper)
  • TechniqueHand-Painted

Description

This charming kakemono from the Showa period depicts a nightingale sitting on a blossoming plum branch. The delicate blossoms and the slender bird capture the fresh beauty of spring and convey an atmosphere of calm and harmony. The elaborately rendered details of the plum blossoms, combined with the elegant lines of the bird, lend the work a timeless grace.

The artwork was painted on paper and bears the seal of the artist Sako. Of particular note is that the kakemono is delivered in a signed wooden box, which not only underscores its traditional character but also enhances the piece's value as a collector's item.

This kakemono is an outstanding example of the delicacy of Japanese nature depiction and brings a peaceful, spring-like atmosphere to any setting. It is ideal for collectors and lovers of Japanese art.

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