Item Description Absolute Auction – No Reserve. An impressive Japanese hanging scroll (kakejiku) depicting a majestic tiger beneath the full moon, painted by Shintani Tessen (1867–1954), a notable painter of the Taisho and early Showa periods renowned for his masterful animal paintings and elegant use of color and shading. The tiger, a traditional symbol of strength, dignity, and protection, is shown resting calmly under a luminous full moon beside a pine tree. The artist captures both the beast’s inner power and its tranquil nobility — its alert eyes reflecting moonlight, while the soft gradation of the fur reveals refined brush control and layered pigments. The pale moon, distant pine needles, and the quiet night air are rendered with poetic subtlety, creating a perfect harmony between ferocity and serenity — a hallmark of Tessen’s style that bridges realism and spiritual calm. Mounted in a tasteful light-gold brocade, this scroll retains its elegance and refined presence. The roller ends are made of cattle bone, adding a touch of classical luxury. Details: Period: Taisho to Early Showa (ca. 1910s–1930s) Artist: Shintani Tessen (1867–1954) Title: “Tiger Beneath the Moonlight” (Gekka no Tora) Medium: Hand-painted on silk (kenpon chakushoku) Technique: Mineral pigments and ink on silk Dimensions: Total: 196 cm × 69.5 cm Painting: 128 cm × 50 cm Roller ends: Cattle bone Condition: Good – minor creases and faint toning appropriate for age. No tears or restorations. Shipping: Tracked international shipping from Japan, packed with museum-grade care. A superb composition that unites Japanese symbolism and Taisho-era naturalism, reflecting both the power of the tiger and the quietude of the moonlit night — a true collector’s piece for connoisseurs of Japanese art. 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,