Kakemono Samurai on Brown Horse Above the Mountains

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Signature / Stamp:
Seikei
Period:
Shôwa (1926–1989)
Dimensions (height x width):
190 x 60 cm
Item number:
5333

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Details about the sold piece

  • JikusakiWood
  • Material HonshiSilk
  • MotifPeople
  • TechniqueHand-Painted
  • Wooden BoxYes

Description

Full of movement, a fully armored samurai gallops on his horse through a lightly indicated mountain landscape on this kakemono. Splendidly patterned lacquered leather, an elaborately woven quiver with arrows, and a bow in riding position attest to the care with which the armor was rendered down to the last detail, while the horse's flowing mane and flared nostrils lend the image dynamism.

Such depictions of warriors were popular motifs in Japan, celebrating courage, honor, and the ideals of Bushidô, and often meant to recall historical or legendary military commanders. The strong, clear colors of red, blue, and gold stand out effectively against the restrained gold tone of the background.

The painting is executed on silk, the jikusaki is made of wood, and the piece dates from the Shôwa period. It comes in a wooden box (tomobako) signed by the artist, which further documents its provenance and represents a nice added value for collectors of historical Japanese painting.

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