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Item Specifics:

• Maker: Unattributed (likely Kyoto or Tokyo school artist; red seals suggest traditional Meiji-era studio production—common for anonymous kachō-e works)

• Age: Circa 1890–1920 (Meiji to early Taisho period, approximately 105–135 years old)

• Original/Reproduction: Original antique (hand-painted on silk; seals and aging patina indicate authenticity, not a reproduction)

• Color: Multi-color (beige background, white/pale pink blossoms, green leaves, blue/white bird, black ink calligraphy)

• Material: Ink and watercolor on silk, mounted on paper scroll with wooden core; gold-toned wooden frame with greenish mat

• Style: Kachō-e (Japanese bird-and-flower painting); traditional sumi-e with ukiyo-e influences, featuring Zen-inspired asymmetry and natural harmony

• Condition Description: Excellent vintage condition—vibrant colors with no tears or fading; minor toning and slight foxing on edges from age; frame shows light wear with patina (no damage); clean, display-ready, stored in smoke-free environment

Detailed Description: Elevate your space with this exquisite antique Japanese kachō-e (bird-and-flower) hanging scroll painting, a true relic from the Meiji period (circa 1890–1920). Rooted in the Edo-era ukiyo-e tradition, kachō-e art celebrates nature’s fleeting beauty, blending Zen minimalism with delicate realism. This original hand-painted piece on silk showcases a vibrant blue-and-white flycatcher (ōruri), a symbol of springtime grace, perched on a branch adorned with white jasmine blossoms and lush green leaves. The soft beige background, accented with subtle pink washes and black ink calligraphy, creates a harmonious, asymmetrical composition typical of sumi-e techniques. Red seals in the upper right hint at a traditional studio origin, possibly from Kyoto or Tokyo workshops, though the artist remains unattributed (common for Meiji-era production pieces).

Dimensions:

• Framed: Approximately 28" H x 12" W x 1" D

• Visible artwork (silk panel): Approximately 20" H x 10" W

• Scroll core: Wooden roller (framed for modern display)