Tanomura Shosai (1845-1909) was a painter from active in the Meiji period. He was born in 1845. A native of Harima (Hyogo Prefecture). He studied literati painting under his adoptive father, Tanomura Chokunyu. He also excelled in martial arts and served the lord of the Oka domain in Bungo (Oita Prefecture). After the Meiji Restoration, he spent time in Osaka and Kyoto. He died on December 31, 1909, at the age of 65. With original signed and sealed tomobako. Roller end: wood Measurements: Scroll: 187 x 61 cm Picture: 121 x 49 cm Good condition, there are signs of wear due to age and normal use, stains, marks, scratches; please, see pictures for actual condition. Registered shipping with tracking number, well packed for safe and fast delivering!