Item Description Offered at Absolute Auction (No Reserve) — a charming and elegant Japanese hanging scroll (kakejiku) painted by Kashu (霞舟) in the Showa period. This delicate composition features vivid goldfish gliding beneath the branches of a willow tree, symbolizing prosperity, purity, and the flow of life. The artist masterfully captures the movement of water and the shimmering translucency of the fish using soft washes of blue and refined brushwork in red and white pigments. The interplay between stillness and motion — the drifting willow leaves and the graceful swimming of the goldfish — reflects the refined aesthetics of nihonga (Japanese painting) during the early-to-mid Showa era. The pale green and gold mounting complements the gentle atmosphere of the scene, creating a sense of coolness and tranquility — a perfect artwork to display during the summer season. A beautiful piece for collectors of Japanese modern paintings, nature art, or seasonal scrolls (summer themes). Details: Artist: Kashu (霞舟) Period: Showa period (20th century, Japan) Theme: Goldfish under Willow (Yanagi ni Kingyo-zu) Technique: Mineral pigments on silk (nihonga, hand-painted) Total size: 197 cm × 58 cm Painting size: 112 cm × 41 cm Roller ends: Plastic Condition: Very good – minor aging and slight creases consistent with age; colors remain bright and clear. Storage box: Not included. We use Japan post as a usual shipping method. Dear French buyers If you not receive the items within 2 weeks , please check the category "Recommended Letter (lettre recommandée) "with the tracking number our provided on the French Postal office online ("LaPoste.fr"). Dear Italian buyers If you are an individual, please tell me codice fiscale by message at the time of payment. (If you are a legal entity, partia IVA) Due to the recent tightening of Italian customs inspections, we cannot deliver the object to you without the above number. However, due to extremely high shipping volumes at this time, delivery may take over three months. Thank you for your understanding. Dear Valued Buyers in Europe, I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to you. Thanks to your continued support, I have been able to carry on my business for more than ten years. As of June 28, 2025, new regulations have taken full effect in the European Union concerning the importation of cultural property from outside the EU. Under these rules, when items are classified as “Cultural Property” or as antiques over 100 years old, and they are not accompanied by an Export Permit for Cultural Property, certain restrictions may apply under both Italian law and EU regulations. This Export Permit for Cultural Property has traditionally been required when exporting items such as swords, and obtaining it generally takes about one month. For this reason, when shipping hanging scrolls that are more than 100 years old, I will continue to use the same HS code as for those less than 100 years old. I sincerely ask for your kind understanding regarding this matter. With gratitude and respect,