Sengoku Suien – 仙石翠淵 (1801-1885) – Warbler & Plum Blossoms – 鶯と梅

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Suien was born in what is now known as Matsumoto City. He was born into a family that prospered in the ointment business and was attracted to arts and crafts at a young age. He was ambitious and enterprising and found success mostly through being self-taught, but also trained under the travelling painter Hekiho (碧鳳 – 1785? – 1867), from whom he acquired a passion for portraying people in everyday life in rural villages. In 1835, he presented a self-made inkstone box to the lord of the Suwa Takashima Domain, for which he was awarded a prize. He stayed in Matsumoto for most of his life and is considered the painter who laid the foundations for modern Japanese painting there.

The ancient Buddhist nature symbolism of this scroll makes it auspicious for overcoming adversity, success, longevity and good communication, -the explanations of why that is so will be shared upon purchase with an email that will also include extensive links to encyclopedia entries and documentaries.

Beautifully restored and remounted by one of the top resoration / mounting artisans in Japan. It’s quite astonishing actually (this will be further explained as well upon purchase). Very good condition for its age.

17.25″ x 60.75″ – Comes with a signed and sealed document of authenticity. Free shipping worldwide! All prices in Canadian dollars.