We'll be using either Japan Post or DHL to ship your item. It will be shipped from Japan, so it will take some time to arrive. Please note that the prices of the items listed do not include taxes like duties. There may be scratches and dirt caused by age. If an item exceeds the specified size or weight, it may be shipped in multiple packages. ----- This is a hanging scroll portrait depicting a dignified gaze and exquisite brushwork. It is a historically and artistically valuable piece that evokes the modern history of Japan. 【Features of the work】 Subject (Motif): Portrait Depiction: A noble figure is depicted, clad in formal court attire and holding a scepter. The deeply grown beard and the eyes, which convey both strength and quiet determination, possess both photographic realism and the profound weight unique to hand-painted works. Clothing: The black robe is adorned with intricate patterns such as chrysanthemum crests, symbolizing high status. Material and Technique: Color on silk. Delicate colors are layered on extremely fine silk, meticulously depicting even the texture of the skin and individual strands of hair without compromise. Calligraphy and Signature: An elegant waka poem (or inscription) is inscribed on the left side of the painting in flowing brushstrokes. Furthermore, the artist's signature and a clear red seal are placed in the lower left corner of the painting, confirming its authenticity and legacies. [Uses and Appeal] This painting is perfect for displaying in a tokonoma (alcove) or study, as a tribute to a historical figure or as the epitome of traditional Japanese portraiture. Its overwhelming presence brings a quiet tension and profound dignity to the space. The roller ends are made of bone. 198*58cm 428g (J0533)