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森一鳳 Mori Ippo (1798-1872) Japanese antique art kakejiku kakemono wall hanging scroll / Bear Catching Rock Crab with Box RD924

森一鳳 Mori Ippo (1798-1872)
Painter of the Mori school in Osaka at the end of the Edo period and the beginning of the Meiji era. He was adopted by 森徹山 Mori Tetsuzan (1775-1841) and learned painting from his foster father. He painted many works with an emotional quality based on sketching and skillfully depicted people, flowers, and birds. He served in the Kumamoto domain. His fellow disciple was 森寛斎 Mori Kansai (1814-1894).

with signature 'Ippo' 一鳳 and seal 'Mori Keishi in' 森敬之印

A dynamic and expressive hanging scroll by Mori Ippo (森一鳳), a Kyoto-based painter of the late Edo period known for his bold animal renderings and literati-inspired brushwork. This rare composition depicts a bear grasping a rock crab, captured in a moment of tension and movement with powerful ink strokes and minimalistic elegance. Ippo’s style reflects the Nanga (Southern School) tradition, blending Chinese literati aesthetics with Japanese naturalism. The bear’s fur is rendered with energetic brushwork, while the crab’s delicate form contrasts with the strength of the predator, creating a striking visual and symbolic interplay. The scroll is housed in a wooden storage box, suitable for protection and presentation. A compelling and culturally rich piece for collectors of Edo-period ink painting, animal motifs, and literati art.

Whole dimensions: 16" W x 69" H / 40.7cm x 175.3cm
Inside dimensions: 11.6" W x 39.1" H / 29.7cm x 99.5cm

Material: Paper
Technique: Handpainted
Roller ends: Wood

Weight: 500g 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 a little, CREASE a little, DAMAGE a little, FOLD, WARP, STAIN DAMAGE in the back of the mounting.

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