Mantis Perched Upon Cucumber Leaf - with signature 'Shunichi saku' 春一作 and seal 'Shuichi' 春一 - Japan (No reserve price)
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Japanese hand-painted silk hanging scroll titled "Mantis Perched Upon Cucumber Leaf" by Shunichi saku 春一作, signed and sealed, dating to 1930–1940, depicting a mantis on a cucumber leaf in a classical kacho-ga style, original edition, 206.2 cm high by 53.7 cm wide, weight 350 g, mounted in patterned silk, roller ends wood, produced in Japan and sold by Gallery; condition good with minor stain, crease, and back-m mounting damage.
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This elegant hanging scroll features a finely rendered mantis resting atop a broad cucumber leaf, depicted with delicate brushwork and subtle coloration. The composition evokes themes of seasonal vitality, natural stillness, and the quiet tension of predator and prey, often associated with late summer and early autumn.
The scroll is signed ‘Shunichi saku’ 春一作 and sealed ‘Shunichi’ 春一, affirming authorship and artistic identity. The mounting is finished in patterned silk, enhancing the botanical motif and framing the artwork with refined simplicity. A graceful example of traditional Japanese kacho-ga (bird-and-flower painting), ideal for collectors of insect studies, seasonal flora, or works that celebrate the quiet elegance of nature’s microcosm.
春一 Shunichi Japanese art kakejiku kakemono wall hanging scroll / Mantis Perched Upon Cucumber Leaf
with signature 'Shunichi saku' 春一作 and seal 'Shuichi' 春一
Whole dimensions: 21.1" W x 81.2" H / 53.7cm x 206.2cm
Inside dimensions: 14.4" W x 51.2" H / 36.6cm x 130.3cm
Material: Silk
Technique: Handpainted
Roller ends: Wood
Weight: 350g
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, CREASE a little, DAMAGE 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
This elegant hanging scroll features a finely rendered mantis resting atop a broad cucumber leaf, depicted with delicate brushwork and subtle coloration. The composition evokes themes of seasonal vitality, natural stillness, and the quiet tension of predator and prey, often associated with late summer and early autumn.
The scroll is signed ‘Shunichi saku’ 春一作 and sealed ‘Shunichi’ 春一, affirming authorship and artistic identity. The mounting is finished in patterned silk, enhancing the botanical motif and framing the artwork with refined simplicity. A graceful example of traditional Japanese kacho-ga (bird-and-flower painting), ideal for collectors of insect studies, seasonal flora, or works that celebrate the quiet elegance of nature’s microcosm.
春一 Shunichi Japanese art kakejiku kakemono wall hanging scroll / Mantis Perched Upon Cucumber Leaf
with signature 'Shunichi saku' 春一作 and seal 'Shuichi' 春一
Whole dimensions: 21.1" W x 81.2" H / 53.7cm x 206.2cm
Inside dimensions: 14.4" W x 51.2" H / 36.6cm x 130.3cm
Material: Silk
Technique: Handpainted
Roller ends: Wood
Weight: 350g
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, CREASE a little, DAMAGE 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
Details
Artist
with signature 'Shunichi saku' 春一作 and seal 'Shuichi' 春一
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Gallery
Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Mantis Perched Upon Cucumber Leaf
Signature
Hand signed
Country of Origin
Japan
Condition
Good condition
Height
206.2 cm
Width
53.7 cm
Weight
350 g
Depiction/Theme
Animals and wildlife
Style
Classical
Period
1930-1940
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