Kakemono
Sparrow in Nanten Bush
One of a kind — this work exists only once.
- Period:
- Meiji (1868–1912)
- Dimensions (width x height):
- 53 x 130 cm
- Item number:
- 3331
This piece has been sold.
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Details about the sold piece
- JikusakiWood
- Material HonshiPaper
- TechniqueHand-Painted
Description
Among the finely feathered leaves of a nanten bush, its branches bending under the weight of bright red berries, a small sparrow sits and looks curiously at the clusters at its feet.
Nanten, also known in German as "Himmelsbambus" (heavenly bamboo), is regarded in Japan as a bringer of good fortune and is traditionally planted or used as a motif at the turn of the year, since its name sounds similar to the word for "averting misfortune." At the lower edge of the image, small yellow chrysanthemums complement the autumnal palette of red, green, and ocher.
The fine, colored brushwork and the carefully balanced composition attest to great painterly skill. The hanging scroll is painted on paper, fitted with wooden jikusaki, and was probably created in the Meiji period.