Title: Asagao Takezusa Zu (牵牛花竹草図) Artist: Goanshi (五庵子) Technique: Hand-painted ink and colour on silk Signature & Seal: Signed and sealed by the artist Sheet size: 21.8 × 26.2 cm (8.6 × 10.3 in) Material: Silk Date: Late Edo – early Meiji period, mid-to-late 19th century (c. 1860–1890) This work, combining Japanese literati conception and lyrical elegance, is an ink and colour painting on silk by Goanshi (五庵子), a Japanese literati painter of the late Edo–Meiji period (19th century). Rooted in the classic “negative space” aesthetic of Japanese literati painting, the silk shows a natural warm aged patina, lending an antique elegance. The artist uses freehand brushwork to depict the main subject: soft blue-grey morning glories (朝顔) with delicate petals and winding vines; beside them, strong bamboo (笹) with sharp, lively ink leaves, creating a harmonious balance between soft flowers and firm bamboo. The colouring is subtle and restrained: light green for leaves, pale blue for petals, with clear ink gradations, fully expressing the simple, lyrical spirit of Japanese Nanga (literati painting). On the left, the work is signed “Goanshi” (五庵子) in running script, with a red square seal “Goanshi In” (五庵子印) below. The cinnabar seal shows natural age-related oxidation; the script is clear and matches the signature perfectly. The piece retains traces of old mounting. With age, the silk shows natural oxidation, toning and minor mould spots, with no damage or restoration. Overall in good condition for its age. This work is sold unframed; the images are for display purposes only to show the effect after framing. Due to service suspension, Taiwan Post EMS has suspended parcel delivery to the following countries starting March 10, 2026: United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Israel, Pakistan, Maldives, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Azerbaijan, Oman, Kuwait, Jordan, Lebanon, Greece, Egypt, Morocco. Bidders from these countries are kindly requested not to bid at this time. Note: Delivery to Italy takes approximately 6–7 days. Customs or the courier may contact you for customs clearance. Kindly reply promptly, as delays may result in the package being returned. Contacting them directly can help speed up the process: dogane.malpensa.urp@agenziadogane.it Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. - The picture is part of the description. The color of the item may be slightly different from the picture (due to camera and screen settings). - The successful bidder will be responsible for any customs duties and taxes (if applicable). - This item will be mailed by the postal service of Taiwan in the form of airmail with insurance attached.