一莊水竹數房書 Enjoying the study surrounded by books in a countryside mansion surrounded by nature. 高橋泥舟 Takahashi Deishu (1835-1903) A shogunate minister in the late Edo period. A native of Edo. He was called a master of spearsmanship and was even described as having reached the level of a divine art. He was a man of integrity and firmness and negotiated with Saigo Takamori at the order of Shogun Yoshinobu. Yamaoka Tesshu is his brother-in-law. Together with Yamaoka Tesshu and Katsu Kaishu, he was called the "Three Shu" of the Bakumatsu Period. with signature 'Deishu' 泥舟 高橋泥舟 Takahashi Deishu (1835-1903) Japanese antique art kakejiku kakemono wall hanging scroll / 一莊水竹數房書 One Line Calligraphy Whole dimensions: 20" W x 69.4" H / 51cm x 176.5cm Inside dimensions: 12.7" W x 53.2" H / 32.4cm x 135.3cm Material: Paper Technique: Handpainted Roller ends: Wood Weight: 280g 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, DAMAGE a little, FOLD, HOLE, WARP, STAIN DAMAGE in the back of the mounting. Shipping "FREE SHIPPING" all over the world by Registered Airmail, EMS, or DHL.