Description
Washi is hand-made traditional Japanese paper that originates in the eighth century and is still made by hand today. Making of Washi is a long process: Bark of kozo, bamboo, rice or wheat are soaked in clean water, boiled to thicken, and then beaten and filtered through a gridiron and dried in sheets in sunlight for a natural soft finish.
Sumi-ink made from ash of pine tree, and Gansai which is used for traditional cosmetic face make-up, are now used as water-color for the special Japanese art. The note in Japanese on this piece reads "Can you hear the sound of breaking waves?".
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Excellent condition.
Origin:
Japan
Materials & Techniques:
Paint
Details:
Art Subjects: Seascape
Frame Type: Framed
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: Japan
Sumi-ink made from ash of pine tree, and Gansai which is used for traditional cosmetic face make-up, are now used as water-color for the special Japanese art. The note in Japanese on this piece reads "Can you hear the sound of breaking waves?".
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Excellent condition.
Origin:
Japan
Materials & Techniques:
Paint
Details:
Art Subjects: Seascape
Frame Type: Framed
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: Japan
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Excellent condition.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
13.5 x 15.5 x 1 in
Late 20th Century Japanese Sumi Ink and Gansai Paint on Washi by Hiroko, Framed
Estimate $440-$830
Starting Bid
$220
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Autumn Sculpture & Fine Object Collection
Oct 13, 2026, 4:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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