Meiji Era C. 1900s Silk Scroll Paintings by Sekkou Matsudaira, With Wooden Case, Pair

Description

Amazing antique Meiji era pair of Japanese silk scroll paintings by Sekkou Matsudaira (1834-1916). Depicting scenes with two of Red-Crowned Cranes and Turtle family. Watercolor and ink on silk. Masterfully done. Very detailed. Beautifully mounted on silk. Signed and sealed by the artist in ink. Comes in original wooden case. Both scrolls can be trimmed at the lower edge of the dark brown border, which can be brought down to hide water stains. Good condition for age overall - some age wear, water stains, light creases, both roller ends (weights) are missing side cups, age wear and chip on wooden case. Can be carefully ironed with a hot dry iron to smooth the creases. Japan, Meiji Era, c. 1900s.

Each piece is overall (with roller end and without hanger) 85.10" x 1.25"D x 28.10"
Each painting size 49.4" × 19.6"
Case 29"W x 5.6"D x 3"H

In Japanese culture Red-Crowned Cranes are a symbol of longevity, loyalty and happy marriage, as they mate for life, and Turtles are a symbol of wisdom and longevity.

Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good condition for age overall - some age wear, water stains, light creases, both roller ends (weights) are missing side cups, age wear and chip on wooden case. Can be carefully ironed with a hot dry iron to smooth the creases.

Dimensions:
Height: 85.1 in.
Width: 28.1 in.
Depth: 1.25 in.

Category: Paintings
Origin: Japan
Materials: Gouache, Pen and Ink, Silk, Watercolor

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Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Good condition for age overall - some age wear, water stains, light creases, both roller ends (weights) are missing side cups, age wear and chip on wooden case. Can be carefully ironed with a hot dry iron to smooth the creases.

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Meiji Era C. 1900s Silk Scroll Paintings by Sekkou Matsudaira, With Wooden Case, Pair

Lot 4518

Estimate $1,500-$4,500

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