【Important notes】 ・International buyers are responsible for any import duties, taxes, and charges not included in the item price or shipping cost. Please note that VAT paid to Catawiki is separate from and does not cover import duties or customs charges in your country. You may still be required to pay additional fees upon delivery, as determined by your local customs authorities. We strongly recommend checking with your country's customs office to determine these additional costs before bidding or buying. Prompt payment of these fees ensures timely delivery. ・Shipping Details: Most items are shipped via Japan Post EMS (airmail). Upon request, we can arrange shipping via DHL or FedEx for an additional fee. ・Damage and Issues: If you receive a damaged item, please contact us immediately before leaving a negative review. We kindly ask for your patience and the opportunity to rectify the issue. The damage must be reported to your local post office within 7 days of delivery, and promptly to us and Catawiki support. 【Product details】 This impressive pair of hanging scrolls is attributed to Nomoto Kindo (1896–1987), a Japanese painter celebrated for his dynamic depictions of animals and natural scenes. Born in Sasebo, Nagasaki Prefecture, Kindo studied under Araki Juppo 荒木十畝 after moving to Tokyo in 1916 and was given the art name “Kinpo 琴畝.” He exhibited at the Nihonga Art Association and the Japan Art Association before relocating to Ōmuta during the war, where he established the Shiranui Art School and contributed greatly to local cultural development. In his later years, he adopted the name “Kindo 琴堂” and was appointed a member of the Japan Art Institute Exhibition. The first scroll, Tiger in Snow, is hand-painted on silk with wooden roller ends. The tiger, rendered in rich tones of brown and white, prowls through a snowy bamboo grove. Signed and sealed at the lower right, the composition captures the contrast between the tiger’s vitality and the calm, wintry setting. The second scroll, Tiger among Bamboo, is also painted on silk, with resin roller ends. Signed and dated “June 1986 (Showa Year of the Tiger)” with the artist’s seal, it portrays a roaring tiger emerging from dense bamboo foliage against misty mountains, symbolising strength, courage, and protection. Both scrolls come in their original wooden storage boxes, each inscribed with the title on the exterior and bearing the artist’s signature and seal inside. There are minor blemishes and light creases consistent with age, but overall they remain in good used condition. Please refer to the photos for details. Dimensions of Tigers in Snow: approx. H 119.4 cm W 49.3 cm Dimensions of Tiger and Bamboo: approx. H 199 cm W 60 cm ・Please make sure to review all the provided information and images before placing your bid. ・We make every effort to accurately represent the product's colors and textures in our photos. However, due to differences in monitors and device displays, as well as photographic conditions, slight color variations between the photos and the actual product may occur. We ask for your understanding in advance. Thank you for your interest, and happy bidding!