"Fierce Tiger" Hanging Scroll (Kakejiku) by Shundō | Majestic Presence Amidst Bamboo Shadows – Includes Inscribed Wooden Box This hanging scroll, featuring a fierce tiger, is striking in its intensity and rich in detail. The tiger is depicted stepping forward across rocks, its body crouched low with its long tail held high. Its eyes blaze with focus, and its open jaws reveal sharp teeth, conveying a palpable sense of coiled, latent power. The vertical composition allows the tiger’s form to be fully extended, imbuing the entire piece with a compelling visual tension. The tiger’s coat is rendered primarily in golden hues, accented by deep black stripes and finely detailed fur. Stark white whiskers, along with white markings around the brows and on the chest, create a vivid contrast. The tiger’s expression is rendered with great precision, and its thick, powerful paws embody both a commanding, majestic presence and a refined, decorative aesthetic. The background—composed of bamboo leaves and rock formations in varying ink tones—complements the central subject. Faint, distant bamboo shadows contrast with the bold, dark ink of the foreground foliage, adding depth to the composition and sharpening the silhouette of the tiger. The scroll is mounted with a decorative border in shades of brown and gold, featuring beige-toned upper and lower sections and black wooden end-rollers (jiku-saki), lending the piece an air of solemn elegance. The signature 春堂 and a vermilion seal appear in the lower right corner. The work comes with a wooden storage box; the lid bears the inscription "Fierce Tiger" (猛虎图), and the signature and seal are also present inside the box. In traditional symbolism, the tiger represents courage, strength, and protection. This piece is an ideal addition to a study, living room, or office, and is a perfect choice for collectors who appreciate Japanese-style hanging scrolls and animal-themed art. Artist: Yoshii Shundō Material: silk Signed and Sealed Roller ends: wood Dimensions: Total dimensions: approx. 181 x 53 cm (excl. roller ends) Painting dimensions: 104 x 40 cm Good condition, antique item have originally crease, wrinkles, foxing, stains and wear off, please also look at the listed photos for a reference.