Bush Clovers with Original Box (Tomobako) - with signature 'Yusen' 友仙 and seal 'Okajima in' 岡島印 'Yusen' 友仙 - Japan (No reserve price)
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A hand-painted Japanese hanging scroll of Bush Clovers, signed Yusen with seal Okajima, dated 1940 and with its original tomobako, measuring 178.3 cm high by 24.3 cm wide and weighing 220 g including the box.
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A graceful hanging scroll featuring blooming hagi (bush clovers), signed by Okajima Yusen (岡島友仙). While little is known about the artist, the work reflects refined brushwork and seasonal sensitivity typical of early Shōwa-period nihonga. The composition depicts delicate bush clover blossoms—an autumnal motif deeply rooted in Japanese poetry and aesthetics. Associated with subtle beauty, impermanence, and emotional depth, hagi often appears in classical waka and renga as a symbol of fleeting grace. The scroll is housed in its original wooden box (tomobako), which bears an inscription dated 1940 (Shōwa kōshin / 昭和庚辰), offering historical context and provenance. A charming and culturally resonant piece for collectors of seasonal Japanese painting and early 20th-century scroll art.
岡島友仙 Okajima Yusen Japanese art kakejiku kakemono wall hanging scroll / Bush Clovers with Original Box (Tomobako)
Age: 1940 / 昭和庚辰
with signature 'Yusen' 友仙 and seal 'Okajima in' 岡島印 'Yusen' 友仙
Whole dimensions: 9.5" W x 70.1" H / 24.3cm x 178.3cm
Inside dimensions: 6.6" W x 40" H / 17cm x 101.7cm
Material: Paper
Technique: Handpainted
Roller ends: Bamboo
Weight: 220g 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, CREASE a little, 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
A graceful hanging scroll featuring blooming hagi (bush clovers), signed by Okajima Yusen (岡島友仙). While little is known about the artist, the work reflects refined brushwork and seasonal sensitivity typical of early Shōwa-period nihonga. The composition depicts delicate bush clover blossoms—an autumnal motif deeply rooted in Japanese poetry and aesthetics. Associated with subtle beauty, impermanence, and emotional depth, hagi often appears in classical waka and renga as a symbol of fleeting grace. The scroll is housed in its original wooden box (tomobako), which bears an inscription dated 1940 (Shōwa kōshin / 昭和庚辰), offering historical context and provenance. A charming and culturally resonant piece for collectors of seasonal Japanese painting and early 20th-century scroll art.
岡島友仙 Okajima Yusen Japanese art kakejiku kakemono wall hanging scroll / Bush Clovers with Original Box (Tomobako)
Age: 1940 / 昭和庚辰
with signature 'Yusen' 友仙 and seal 'Okajima in' 岡島印 'Yusen' 友仙
Whole dimensions: 9.5" W x 70.1" H / 24.3cm x 178.3cm
Inside dimensions: 6.6" W x 40" H / 17cm x 101.7cm
Material: Paper
Technique: Handpainted
Roller ends: Bamboo
Weight: 220g 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, CREASE a little, STAIN DAMAGE in the back of the mounting.
Shipping
"FREE SHIPPING" all over the world by Registered Airmail, EMS, and 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 'Yusen' 友仙 and seal 'Okajima in' 岡島印 'Yusen' 友仙
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Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Bush Clovers with Original Box (Tomobako)
Signature
Hand signed
Country of Origin
Japan
Year
1940
Condition
Good condition
Height
178.3 cm
Width
24.3 cm
Weight
220 g
Depiction/Theme
Plants and flowers
Style
Classical
Period
1940-1950
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