四君子 Shikunshi A word that praises the four species of orchids, bamboo, chrysanthemums, and plums as the princes of plants. Originally, a gentleman in Chinese referred to a person with virtue, learning, and manners, and all literary figures aspired to become princes. The characteristics of four types of plants, orchids, bamboo, chrysanthemums, and plums, are similar to those of princes, so they have become typical materials for literati paintings. 井出岳水 Ide Gakusui (1899-1978) Printmaker from the Taisho and Showa periods. Born in Funatsu-cho, Yamanashi Prefecture in 1897. After graduating from Nihon University College of Art, studied under Tamon Yamauchi and then Kanpo Arai. Specialized in flower-and-bird paintings. with signature and seal 'Gakusui' 岳水 井出岳水 Ide Gakusui (1899-1978) Japanese art kakejiku kakemono wall hanging scroll / 四君子 Shikunshi - Orchid, Bamboo, Chrysanthemums, and Plum with Original Box (Tomobako) Whole dimensions: 23.7" W x 76.6" H / 60.2cm x 194.6cm Inside dimensions: 16.1" W x 44.6" H / 41.1cm x 113.3cm Material: Silk Technique: Handpainted Roller ends: Plastic Weight: 780g 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: STAIN a little, WARP, STAIN in the back of the mounting. Shipping "FREE SHIPPING" all over the world by Registered Airmail, EMS, or DHL.