A Pair of Cranes with Pine and Bamboo - With signature Tōsui Aikei ga 洞水愛敬畫 - Silk - Okabe Tosui (c.1780–1850) - Japan - Mid Edo period
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A pair of silk-mounted hanging scrolls from Japan titled “A Pair of Cranes with Pine and Bamboo” by Okabe Tosui (c.1780–1850), Mid Edo period, with signature Tōsui Aikei ga, in fair condition; overall 200 cm × 58.4 cm (78.74 in × 22.99 in), image area 110.7 cm × 44.5 cm, two items.
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Description from the seller
“Shochikubai” is a traditional set of three auspicious plants in Japanese and Chinese culture.
Pine (Matsu): A symbol of longevity and immortality
Bamboo (Take): Represents resilience and integrity
Plum (Ume): Blooms in the harsh winter, symbolizing perseverance and hope
These three are also known as the “Three Friends of Winter” (Saikan Sanyū), and are commonly used in celebratory contexts and auspicious patterns.
Also, instead of depicting plum blossoms, it may be represented by the red crown on the crane’s head.
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Setting weight
This piece weighs 2.5 kg and will be shipped in 120 size.
Material
Japanese pigments on silk
Size ＊The size of each piece.
Overall: vertical 200㎝ × width 58.4㎝（78.74 in × 22.99 in）＊width does not include roller ends.
(the work: vertical 110.7㎝ × width 44.5㎝（43.58 in × 17.52 in）)
Condition
・There are burns, stains, wrinkles, peeling off on the Japanese paper on the back of the cover.
・There are some burns, stains on the image.
・There are burns, stains, wrinkles, warp in the mounting.
Remarks
・Roller ends are Bone.
・Box inscription by the original owner of the work.
＊The box is a little broken. The right scroll end of “Crane and Bamboo” is not the original, but a different one (bone) has been attached.
Materials for mounting
All of them are made of silk.
Other
There is a note about shipping restrictions and VAT. Please check before purchase.
There may be a slight difference in color between the photo and the actual product.
Notes on Shipping
【Important Notice Regarding Shipping to the United States】
Due to recent changes in U.S. customs and import regulations, we have been forced to switch to a different shipping carrier exclusively for shipments to the United States.
As a result, free shipping is no longer available for U.S. orders, and shipping costs may be significantly higher compared to other countries.
Please note that if EMS shipping to the United States becomes available again in the future, we may return to our regular, lower shipping rates.
We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and greatly appreciate your understanding.
(Especially for Customers in Italy)
We generally ship by EMS from Japan.
Recently, there has been an increase in cases where packages shipped to Italy have experienced delays or difficulties reaching customers due to strict customs procedures.
As a result, please be aware that delivery to Italy may take several weeks to about one month.
We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience, but we kindly ask that you regularly check the tracking number (along with your postal code) on the website of your local postal service to monitor the status of your shipment.
In some cases, it may also be necessary to contact your local delivery company directly.
In addition, if you are a new customer in Italy, we kindly ask that you provide your codice fiscale via chat after placing your order.
Thank you very much for your understanding and cooperation.
Biography
Okabe Tosui (c.1780–1850)
A domain painter who served the Tsuchiura domain in Hitachi Province,
which corresponds to present-day Tsuchiura City in Ibaraki Prefecture.
Born into a family of painters—his grandfather and father were also professional artists.
He studied under Kano Dohaku Aishin (1772–1821), the chief official painter of the Surugadai Kano school,
and was granted the name “Tosui Aikei” by his teacher.
“Shochikubai” is a traditional set of three auspicious plants in Japanese and Chinese culture.
Pine (Matsu): A symbol of longevity and immortality
Bamboo (Take): Represents resilience and integrity
Plum (Ume): Blooms in the harsh winter, symbolizing perseverance and hope
These three are also known as the “Three Friends of Winter” (Saikan Sanyū), and are commonly used in celebratory contexts and auspicious patterns.
Also, instead of depicting plum blossoms, it may be represented by the red crown on the crane’s head.
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Setting weight
This piece weighs 2.5 kg and will be shipped in 120 size.
Material
Japanese pigments on silk
Size ＊The size of each piece.
Overall: vertical 200㎝ × width 58.4㎝（78.74 in × 22.99 in）＊width does not include roller ends.
(the work: vertical 110.7㎝ × width 44.5㎝（43.58 in × 17.52 in）)
Condition
・There are burns, stains, wrinkles, peeling off on the Japanese paper on the back of the cover.
・There are some burns, stains on the image.
・There are burns, stains, wrinkles, warp in the mounting.
Remarks
・Roller ends are Bone.
・Box inscription by the original owner of the work.
＊The box is a little broken. The right scroll end of “Crane and Bamboo” is not the original, but a different one (bone) has been attached.
Materials for mounting
All of them are made of silk.
Other
There is a note about shipping restrictions and VAT. Please check before purchase.
There may be a slight difference in color between the photo and the actual product.
Notes on Shipping
【Important Notice Regarding Shipping to the United States】
Due to recent changes in U.S. customs and import regulations, we have been forced to switch to a different shipping carrier exclusively for shipments to the United States.
As a result, free shipping is no longer available for U.S. orders, and shipping costs may be significantly higher compared to other countries.
Please note that if EMS shipping to the United States becomes available again in the future, we may return to our regular, lower shipping rates.
We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and greatly appreciate your understanding.
(Especially for Customers in Italy)
We generally ship by EMS from Japan.
Recently, there has been an increase in cases where packages shipped to Italy have experienced delays or difficulties reaching customers due to strict customs procedures.
As a result, please be aware that delivery to Italy may take several weeks to about one month.
We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience, but we kindly ask that you regularly check the tracking number (along with your postal code) on the website of your local postal service to monitor the status of your shipment.
In some cases, it may also be necessary to contact your local delivery company directly.
In addition, if you are a new customer in Italy, we kindly ask that you provide your codice fiscale via chat after placing your order.
Thank you very much for your understanding and cooperation.
Biography
Okabe Tosui (c.1780–1850)
A domain painter who served the Tsuchiura domain in Hitachi Province,
which corresponds to present-day Tsuchiura City in Ibaraki Prefecture.
Born into a family of painters—his grandfather and father were also professional artists.
He studied under Kano Dohaku Aishin (1772–1821), the chief official painter of the Surugadai Kano school,
and was granted the name “Tosui Aikei” by his teacher.
Details
Dynastic Style/Period
Mid Edo period
No. of items
2
Artist
Okabe Tosui (c.1780–1850)
Country of Origin
Japan
Material
Silk
Height
200 cm
Width
58.4 cm
Title of artwork
A Pair of Cranes with Pine and Bamboo - With signature Tōsui Aikei ga 洞水愛敬畫
Condition
Fair condition
