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谷文晁 Tani Buncho (1763-1840) Japanese antique art kakejiku kakemono wall hanging scroll / Rising Sun, Peaches on Rock, Crane in Rough Sea with Box RD904

谷文晁 Tani Buncho (1763-1840)
Nanga artist of the late Edo period. Studied under 加藤文麗 Kato Bunrei (1706-1782) and 渡辺玄対 Watanabe Gentai (1749-1822). He Studied the Kano and Nanpin schools and then moved on to Nanga, but his style was extremely eclectic, learning from Yamato-e and Western painting as well and he created his own unique style of painting. His range of paintings included Sansui landscapes, flowers and birds, figures, and Buddhist paintings, and he had a wide range of painting styles. He had an insatiable curiosity to take in anything and everything. He was both a skilled painter and a scholar, and with the support of 松平定信 Matsudaira Sadanobu (1759-1829) and others, he reigned as a major figure in the Edo art world at the time. His pupils included 渡辺崋山 Watanabe Kazan (1793-1841), 立原杏所 Tachihara Kyosho (1786-1840), and 高久靄崖 Takaku Aigai (1796-1843).

with signature 'Buncho' 文晁 and seal 'Tani Buncho in' 谷文晁印

A vivid and symbolically rich hanging scroll by Tani Bunchō (谷文晁), one of the most versatile painters of the late Edo period. Signed Bunchō (文晁) with seal Tani Bunchō in (谷文晁印), the work presents a dynamic composition: a white crane stands amid stylized waves, a rocky outcrop bears blossoming peach branches, and a brilliant red sun rises in the background. This motif is closely related to the auspicious theme known as 海鶴幡桃図 Kaikaku Hatto-zu (Crane and Peaches over Sea), which was painted by many artists in the Edo and Meiji periods. In this iconography, the crane symbolizes longevity and noble character, the peach signifies immortality and eternal youth (derived from Chinese Daoist lore), and the rising sun embodies renewal and imperial vitality. Together, these elements form a powerful visual prayer for enduring life, prosperity, and good fortune. Bunchō’s brushwork combines bold mineral pigments with refined detail, creating a striking balance of energy and elegance. The scroll is preserved with a wooden storage box, suitable for protection and presentation. A culturally significant and visually powerful piece for collectors of Japanese literati painting, auspicious themes, and Edo-period art.

Whole dimensions: 20.9" W x 80.2" H / 53.1cm x 203.8cm
Inside dimensions: 13.7" W x 38.2" H / 34.8cm x 97.1cm

Material: Silk
Technique: Handpainted
Roller ends: Bone

Weight: 780g including Box

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, DAMAGE a little, WARP, STAIN DAMAGE in the back of the mounting.

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