Takahashi Sohei (1802-1833) Japanese antique art kakejiku kakemono wall hanging scroll / Lotus and Heron in Water with Box Takahashi Sohei (1802-1833)Nanga artist of the late Edo period. Born into a merchant family in Bungo (Oita Prefecture). Studied under Tanomura Chikuden (1777-1835) at the age of 19. Chikuden loved and recognized his talent, saying that Sohei’? well-done work was excellent than his own. There is an anecdote that Uragami Shunkin (1779-1846), 25 years older than Sohei, mistook Sohei's landscape paintings, which he had not yet seen, for the works of a famous ancient Chinese painter. His name was well known in Kyoto and Osaka. However, he suffered from a chest ailment and died before Chikuden. His works range from elegant to heavy and serious.with signature 'Sohei U' and seal 'Sohei' Whole dimensions: 22.5" W x 76.8" H / 57.4cm x 195.3cmInside dimensions: 15.1" W x 47" H / 38.6cm x 119.6cmMaterial: PaperTechnique: HandpaintedRoller ends: Bone (DAMAGE)Weight: 790g including Box

Antique items have originally crease, stain, damage, and more. I would like you to refer to the listing photos, but please understand that it's difficult to show all conditions by the photos. Special notes: STAIN, CREASE a little, DAMAGE a little, FOLD, STAIN DAMAGE in the back of the mounting.