小林呉橋 Kobayashi Gokyo (1872-1928) Japanese art kakejiku kakemono wall hanging scroll / Rising Sun and Calm Wave RE252
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Description
小林呉橋 Kobayashi Gokyo (1872-1928) Japanese art kakejiku kakemono wall hanging scroll / Rising Sun and Calm Wave RE252
小林呉橋 Kobayashi Gokyo (1872-1928)
Painter of the Shijo School. Studied under Imao Keinen. Awarded at the St. Louis World's Fair.
with signature 'Gokyo hitsu' 呉橋筆 and seal 'Nichishosai' 日昇斎
This serene hanging scroll by Kobayashi Gokyo (1872–1928), a distinguished painter of the Shijō School, presents a minimalist yet evocative composition titled “Rising Sun and Calm Wave.” A soft orange sun ascends through misty clouds, casting gentle light over a tranquil body of water. The delicate brushwork and restrained palette reflect the Shijō School’s emphasis on naturalism and poetic atmosphere. Gokyo, a pupil of Imao Keinen, was known for his refined landscapes and bird-and-flower paintings. His international recognition includes honors at the St. Louis World's Fair, attesting to his global appeal during the Meiji and Taishō periods. The scroll bears the signature “Gokyo hitsu” (呉橋筆) and seal “Nichishosai” (日昇斎), affirming its authenticity. The composition’s quiet luminosity and meditative tone make it ideal for contemplative display, embodying the Japanese aesthetic of yūgen—subtle profundity.
Whole dimensions: 21.1" W x 78.6" H / 53.8cm x 199.8cm
Inside dimensions: 14.1" W x 47.2" H / 36cm x 120cm
Material: Silk
Technique: Handpainted
Roller ends: Wood
Weight: 370g
Condition
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, FOLD, WARP, STAIN DAMAGE in the back of the mounting.
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