Hanging Scroll – Raccoon Dog and Full Moon - Bone - Signed 'Kouka 廣香' - Japan - Shōwa period (1926-1989)

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【Product details】

This enchanting hanging scroll portrays a raccoon dog (tanuki) sitting peacefully under the glow of a radiant full moon. Surrounded by delicate grasses and blooming wildflowers, the tanuki appears immersed in the quiet beauty of the natural night scene. The soft color palette and refined brushstrokes create a serene and atmospheric composition, celebrating the harmonious connection between nature and folklore.

Mounting: Features a subdued yet elegant brocade that enhances the artwork’s natural charm.
Scroll Ends: bone
Painted on silk fabric (Kenpon 絹本).
Condition: The scroll exhibits signs of age, including faint creases, slight wear, tears, and stains, which add to its vintage character and appeal. Furthermore, the back has been reinforced with tape in two places, there is dust present, and the mounting fabric shows fading.

This scroll is perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of traditional art, capturing the tranquil essence of the full moon and its mystical relationship with the tanuki, a beloved figure in Japanese folklore.

Dimensions: approx. H 213.5cm W 61cm

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