
Description
Excellent extra large vintage Japanese watercolor scroll painting depicting a stunning landscape scene with rising Sun, big old pine tree, two Turtles and Two Red-Crowned Cranes. Signed and sealed by artist in ink. Very well done. Watercolor and ink on silk. Beautifully mounted on silk, paper on back. Brown wood roller. Excellent condition - minor age wear overall, minor foxing and staining. Can be trimmed and framed. Japan, Showa Era, circa 1930-1950s.
Overall 23.45"W x 72.50"H
Painting with silk border 20.90"W x 51.35"H
Painting only 16.10"W x 40.60"H
In Japanese culture Red-Crowned Cranes are a symbol of longevity, loyalty and happy family life (they mate for life), and Turtles are a symbol of wisdom and longevity.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Excellent condition - minor age wear overall, minor foxing and staining. Can be trimmed and framed.
Dimensions:
Height: 72.5 in.
Width: 23.45 in.
Depth: 1 in.
Category: Paintings
Origin: Japan
Materials: Lacquer, Paper, Pen and Ink, Silk, Watercolor, Wood
Shipping:Domestic: Flat-rate of $78.00 to anywhere within the contiguous U.S. International: No International Shipping for this auction. Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding. Location: This item ships from DALLAS, TX
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In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
Overall 23.45"W x 72.50"H
Painting with silk border 20.90"W x 51.35"H
Painting only 16.10"W x 40.60"H
In Japanese culture Red-Crowned Cranes are a symbol of longevity, loyalty and happy family life (they mate for life), and Turtles are a symbol of wisdom and longevity.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Excellent condition - minor age wear overall, minor foxing and staining. Can be trimmed and framed.
Dimensions:
Height: 72.5 in.
Width: 23.45 in.
Depth: 1 in.
Category: Paintings
Origin: Japan
Materials: Lacquer, Paper, Pen and Ink, Silk, Watercolor, Wood
Shipping:
Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Excellent condition - minor age wear overall, minor foxing and staining. Can be trimmed and framed.
Buyer's Premium
20%
1930s Early Showa Era Japanese Watercolor Scroll Painting, "Cranes and Turtles at Sunrise"
Estimate $680-$2,030
Starting Price
$320
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