Kishi Renzan – 岸連山 (1805–1859) / Student of Ganku (岸駒) – Daughter of Fortune, “Fukumusume” – 福娘

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Kishi Renzan 岸連山, (also Gantoku 岸徳), was a leading painter of the Kishi School in Kyoto after the death of his teacher and adoptive father, Ganku. Two of his most prominent students were Kishi Chikudō (岸竹堂), and Koseno Shōseki (巨勢小石).

Fukumusume (福娘) in Japanese translates to “Daughters of Fortune” or “Lucky Daughters,” referring to young women chosen for their good fortune who distribute lucky charms, often decorated bamboo, at Japanese festivals, especially the Toka Ebisu Festival in Osaka, to bestow blessings and prosperity. They wear distinctive red hakama (wide-legged trousers) or kimonos and play a vital role in spreading happiness and business success.

For a scroll in our collection from the same school and same era, by Ganryō, which is auspicious for strength, courage, nobility etc., -please click here. More than likely painted in 1834, 1846 or 1858, – all three the year of the horse. Further auspicious symbolism will be shared upon purchase. Good normal condition for its age (small stains, damages, creases, toning, etc.). As can be seen in the picture of the roller end, the treated and sealed bone has held up well after roughly 175+ years. The best paper and silk textiles being made in Kyoto at the time were used for this scroll!

26′ x 66′ – Comes with a signed and sealed document of authenticity. Free shipping in an industrial strength tube worldwide! All prices in Canadian dollars.