遠田一成 Toda Kazunari (b1962) A Japanese-style painter born in Tokamachi City, Niigata Prefecture. Studied under Ishi Masao. Recipient of numerous awards including the Kyoto Shimbun Prize, the Kyoto Prefectural Governor's Award, and the Tokyo Metropolitan Governor's Award. Active primarily through solo exhibitions. Specialises in flower-and-bird paintings. with signature and seal 'Kazunari' 一成 This elegant Japanese hanging scroll titled “Kunpū” (薫風 – Early Summer Breeze) features a delicate composition of willow branches and a swallow in flight, painted by Toda Kazunari (b.1962), a contemporary Nihonga artist known for his seasonal sensitivity and refined brushwork. In Japanese aesthetics: - Kunpū refers to the fragrant breeze of early summer, evoking freshness, vitality, and poetic tranquility. - The willow symbolizes grace, flexibility, and water-side serenity. - The swallow represents renewal, prosperity, and seasonal transition, often associated with spring and early summer. Toda’s composition captures the gentle movement of nature, offering a sense of harmony and quiet optimism. The scroll is accompanied by its original tomobako (signed wooden box), with the title “Kunpū” inscribed, confirming provenance and enhancing its collectible value. Ideal for collectors of seasonal Japanese painting, contemporary Nihonga, or symbolic nature scrolls, this piece offers both visual elegance and cultural resonance. 遠田一成 Toda Kazunari (b1962) Japanese art kakejiku kakemono wall hanging scroll / Willow and Swallow with Original Box (Tomobako) Whole dimensions: 24.8" W x 75.2" H / 63.2cm x 191.2cm Inside dimensions: 17.4" W x 42.7" H / 44.2cm x 108.7cm Material: Paper Technique: Handpainted Roller ends: Resin Weight: 940g including Original Box (Tomobako) Condition Antique items have originally crease, stain, damage, and more. I would like you to refer to the listing photos, but please understand that it's difficult to show all conditions by the photos. Special notes: WARP. Shipping "FREE SHIPPING" all over the world by Registered Airmail, EMS, or DHL.