Nihonga Painting “Foxes” in Frame - Saki Kiuchi (菊池咲, b. 1986) - Japan
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Original Nihonga painting titled “Foxes” in Frame by Saki Kiuchi (b. 1986), 2019, Japan; depicts two foxes in a close composition with mixed technique, image size 14 × 18 cm and overall framed size 22.5 × 27.5 × 3.8 cm, signed with a red seal and in excellent condition, sold with frame.
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Technique: Nihonga
Artist: Saki Kiuchi (菊池咲, b. 1986)
Overall size including frame: 22.5 × 27.5 × 3.8 cm
Image size: 14 × 18 cm
Yeae: 2019
Origin: Japan
Description:
A small-scale nihonga work depicting two foxes in a close, intimate composition. The animals are rendered with soft layers of ochre, brown, grey, and white, giving the painting a gentle and natural presence. A red seal is present within the composition, and the work is presented in a light-colored frame. The reverse bears a matching artist’s label with the title, artist name, and date, and the outer box also carries a corresponding label. Created in 2019.
Condition:
The work and frame are in good condition.
Artist Profile:
Saki Kiuchi is a Japanese nihonga artist born in Iwate Prefecture in 1986. She completed the master’s course in Nihonga at the Graduate School of Tohoku University of Art and Design in 2012. She is known for paintings of animals based on close observation. In 2012, she received the Grand Prize at the 5th Toneyama Kojin Memorial Grand Prize Exhibition Triennale Kitakami.
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Seller's Story
J ANTIQUE ART -YOKOHAMA-
Where Japan’s quiet traditions meet the sensitivity of contemporary craftsmanship.
We curate antiques and contemporary works that embody the essence of Japanese aesthetics — pieces shaped by time, intention, and the intimate dialogue between human hands and natural materials. Every work is selected for its authenticity, balance, and the quiet presence it holds.
Our focus is not quantity but meaning. We present ceramics, lacquer, metalwork, and hand-crafted objects that speak softly yet carry the depth of Japanese beauty expressed through restraint and simplicity.
For contemporary pieces, we collaborate directly with artists and workshops whose dedication to technique and material reflects the highest standards of Japanese craft. For antiques, we look beyond surface appearance to the traces of use, devotion, and history that form their true character.
As licensed art dealers based in Yokohama, we are committed to clarity, accuracy, and respect in every transaction. Each piece is photographed and described with care, shipped worldwide with secure packaging, and handled personally to ensure it reaches collectors with confidence.
To collect from us is to join in the quiet preservation of culture — one work at a time, carried from our hands to yours.
Technique: Nihonga
Artist: Saki Kiuchi (菊池咲, b. 1986)
Overall size including frame: 22.5 × 27.5 × 3.8 cm
Image size: 14 × 18 cm
Yeae: 2019
Origin: Japan
Description:
A small-scale nihonga work depicting two foxes in a close, intimate composition. The animals are rendered with soft layers of ochre, brown, grey, and white, giving the painting a gentle and natural presence. A red seal is present within the composition, and the work is presented in a light-colored frame. The reverse bears a matching artist’s label with the title, artist name, and date, and the outer box also carries a corresponding label. Created in 2019.
Condition:
The work and frame are in good condition.
Artist Profile:
Saki Kiuchi is a Japanese nihonga artist born in Iwate Prefecture in 1986. She completed the master’s course in Nihonga at the Graduate School of Tohoku University of Art and Design in 2012. She is known for paintings of animals based on close observation. In 2012, she received the Grand Prize at the 5th Toneyama Kojin Memorial Grand Prize Exhibition Triennale Kitakami.
Additional Notes
Please review all photos carefully as they are part of the item description.
Shipping Information:
All items are shipped from Japan via DHL or Japan Post, depending on the destination.
Each piece is carefully packed using professional materials suitable for fine art shipping.
A tracking number will be provided once the shipment has been dispatched.
Shipping costs vary by item depending on the nature of the work, its size, and shipping requirements.
For some pieces, shipping may be included as part of the overall service.
Shipping conditions are clearly stated for each individual listing.
We cannot under-declare item values or mark shipments as gifts.
Import Duties & Taxes:
Import duties, VAT, and any additional customs or processing fees are not included in the auction price.
These charges are the responsibility of the buyer.
Please check with your local customs office for details before bidding.
Customs Communication:
Customs or the shipping carrier may contact you for additional information (such as ID verification or payment of duties).
Please respond promptly to avoid delays or returns.
Thank you very much for your understanding and cooperation.
Seller's Story
J ANTIQUE ART -YOKOHAMA-
Where Japan’s quiet traditions meet the sensitivity of contemporary craftsmanship.
We curate antiques and contemporary works that embody the essence of Japanese aesthetics — pieces shaped by time, intention, and the intimate dialogue between human hands and natural materials. Every work is selected for its authenticity, balance, and the quiet presence it holds.
Our focus is not quantity but meaning. We present ceramics, lacquer, metalwork, and hand-crafted objects that speak softly yet carry the depth of Japanese beauty expressed through restraint and simplicity.
For contemporary pieces, we collaborate directly with artists and workshops whose dedication to technique and material reflects the highest standards of Japanese craft. For antiques, we look beyond surface appearance to the traces of use, devotion, and history that form their true character.
As licensed art dealers based in Yokohama, we are committed to clarity, accuracy, and respect in every transaction. Each piece is photographed and described with care, shipped worldwide with secure packaging, and handled personally to ensure it reaches collectors with confidence.
To collect from us is to join in the quiet preservation of culture — one work at a time, carried from our hands to yours.
Details
Artist
Saki Kiuchi (菊池咲, b. 1986)
Sold with frame
Yes
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Gallery
Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Nihonga Painting “Foxes” in Frame
Technique
Mixed technique
Signature
Signed
Country of origin
Japan
Year
2019
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
14 cm
Width
18 cm
Depiction/theme
Animals
Style
Modern
Period
2010-2020
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