Sarumawashi - Performing Monkey with Box - Kamisaka Shunho 神阪春圃 (b1877) - Japan (No reserve price)
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A good-condition original hanging scroll by Kamisaka Shunho (b. 1877) titled Sarumawashi — Performing Monkey with Box, hand signed, in silk, measuring 187 cm high by 39.8 cm wide, dating to 1920–1930, depicting a performing monkey in the Maruyama school style with a wooden storage box.
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神阪春圃 Kamisaka Shunho (b1877)
A Japanese-style painter from Osaka. He studied under Takaya Shoho, learning the Maruyama school style of painting.
with signature 'Shunho' 春圃 and seal 'Kamisaka Shunho' 神阪春圃
This hanging scroll (kakemono) presents a refined depiction of a performing monkey (猿回し sarumawashi) dressed in ceremonial attire, painted in the Maruyama school style. The artist, Kamisaka Shunho (b. 1877), was a Japanese-style painter from Osaka who studied under Takaya Shoho, inheriting the naturalistic and expressive techniques of the Maruyama-Shijō tradition. The monkey, anthropomorphized in an elegant kimono and formal headwear, holds ritual implements such as a fan and bells, evoking themes of festivity, theater, and folk performance. The composition blends humor with reverence, reflecting the Edo-period fascination with animals as symbolic and narrative subjects. The scroll is signed ‘Shunho’ and bears the artist’s seal ‘Kamisaka Shunho’. This scroll is not only a charming example of nihonga (Japanese-style painting), but also a culturally rich artifact that bridges fine art and folk tradition. It comes with a wooden storage box, ensuring safe keeping and presentation.
神阪春圃 Kamisaka Shunho (b1877) Japanese art kakejiku kakemono wall hanging scroll / 猿回し Sarumawashi - Performing Monkey with Box
Whole dimensions: 15.6" W x 73.6" H / 39.8cm x 187cm
Inside dimensions: 9.4" W x 41.9" H / 24cm x 106.5cm
Material: Silk
Technique: Handpainted
Roller ends: Bone
Weight: 550g including Box
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, CREASE a little, WARP, STAIN DAMAGE in the back of the mounting.
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Seller's Story
Reiwa Antiques is an officially licensed antique dealer based in Japan, offering a range of authentic Japanese antiques, including traditional paintings, exquisite calligraphy, and beautiful tea utensils. Our goal is to continue to provide you with a pleasant buying experience. As part of that, in order to reduce your VAT and Import Tax burden as much as possible, we offer free shipping. We have been dealing with overseas transactions for more than 10 years. Please be assured that we'll always pack your items carefully and do our best to deliver your items safely. The usual shipping methods are Registered Airmail, EMS (Postal expedited), or DHL. Please don't hesitate to let me know if you have any questions or need any help.
Yours cordially,
Reiwa Antiques
神阪春圃 Kamisaka Shunho (b1877)
A Japanese-style painter from Osaka. He studied under Takaya Shoho, learning the Maruyama school style of painting.
with signature 'Shunho' 春圃 and seal 'Kamisaka Shunho' 神阪春圃
This hanging scroll (kakemono) presents a refined depiction of a performing monkey (猿回し sarumawashi) dressed in ceremonial attire, painted in the Maruyama school style. The artist, Kamisaka Shunho (b. 1877), was a Japanese-style painter from Osaka who studied under Takaya Shoho, inheriting the naturalistic and expressive techniques of the Maruyama-Shijō tradition. The monkey, anthropomorphized in an elegant kimono and formal headwear, holds ritual implements such as a fan and bells, evoking themes of festivity, theater, and folk performance. The composition blends humor with reverence, reflecting the Edo-period fascination with animals as symbolic and narrative subjects. The scroll is signed ‘Shunho’ and bears the artist’s seal ‘Kamisaka Shunho’. This scroll is not only a charming example of nihonga (Japanese-style painting), but also a culturally rich artifact that bridges fine art and folk tradition. It comes with a wooden storage box, ensuring safe keeping and presentation.
神阪春圃 Kamisaka Shunho (b1877) Japanese art kakejiku kakemono wall hanging scroll / 猿回し Sarumawashi - Performing Monkey with Box
Whole dimensions: 15.6" W x 73.6" H / 39.8cm x 187cm
Inside dimensions: 9.4" W x 41.9" H / 24cm x 106.5cm
Material: Silk
Technique: Handpainted
Roller ends: Bone
Weight: 550g including Box
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, CREASE a little, WARP, STAIN DAMAGE in the back of the mounting.
Shipping
"FREE SHIPPING" all over the world by Registered Airmail, EMS, or DHL.
Seller's Story
Reiwa Antiques is an officially licensed antique dealer based in Japan, offering a range of authentic Japanese antiques, including traditional paintings, exquisite calligraphy, and beautiful tea utensils. Our goal is to continue to provide you with a pleasant buying experience. As part of that, in order to reduce your VAT and Import Tax burden as much as possible, we offer free shipping. We have been dealing with overseas transactions for more than 10 years. Please be assured that we'll always pack your items carefully and do our best to deliver your items safely. The usual shipping methods are Registered Airmail, EMS (Postal expedited), or DHL. Please don't hesitate to let me know if you have any questions or need any help.
Yours cordially,
Reiwa Antiques
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Artist
Kamisaka Shunho 神阪春圃 (b1877)
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Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Sarumawashi - Performing Monkey with Box
Signature
Hand signed
Country of Origin
Japan
Condition
Good condition
Height
187 cm
Width
39.8 cm
Weight
550 g
Depiction/Theme
Animals and wildlife
Style
Classical
Period
1920-1930
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