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狩野周信 Kano Chikanobu (1660-1728) Japanese antique art Paired kakejiku kakemono wall hanging scrolls / Plum Blossoms, Deer, Bamboo, and Turtles with Double Box RE584

狩野周信 Kano Chikanobu (1660-1728)
Painter active in the early to mid-Edo period. He was an imperial painter in the service of the Edo shogunate and was the third generation of the Kano family of Kobikicho, one of the four most prestigious Oku-eji families. His childhood name was Ikusaburo. His father was Kano Tsunenobu.

with signature 'Chikanobu hitsu' 周信 筆 and seal 'Josen no Sho' 如川之章

Signed “Chikanobu hitsu” with the “Josen no Sho” seal, this paired set of hanging scrolls by Kano Chikanobu (1660–1728) presents a refined dialogue between auspicious motifs—plum blossoms and deer on one scroll, bamboo and turtles on the other—each rendered with the poised elegance characteristic of the early Edo Kano school. The deer stands beneath flowering branches with a quiet, contemplative presence, while the companion scroll balances the composition with a turtle beside bamboo, symbols of longevity and resilience. Chikanobu’s disciplined brushwork, inherited from the prestigious Kobikichō lineage, brings clarity to the forms and a gentle rhythm to the surrounding negative space. The pairing creates a harmonious interplay of seasonal and symbolic imagery, offering both visual refinement and cultural resonance. Accompanied by a double box, the set retains strong provenance and careful preservation. Within a collection or interior, the scrolls introduce a serene, classical atmosphere—their balanced compositions adding depth, auspicious meaning, and a quietly dignified beauty to the space.

Whole dimensions: 18" W x 66.7" H / 45.9cm x 169.6cm
Inside dimensions: 11.5" W x 36.6" H / 29.3cm x 93cm

Material: Silk
Technique: Handpainted
Roller ends: Bone

Weight: 1610g including Double 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, FOLD, STAIN DAMAGE in the back of the mounting, Large stain on the top of the mount..

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