itle: Japanese Katsunari (勝成), Plum & Warbler (梅に鶯) Silk Hanging Scroll (掛軸) Artist: Katsunari (勝成) Overall scroll size: Approx. H 187 × W 53 cm (H 73.6 × W 20.9 in) Painting area size: Approx. H 104 × W 39.5 cm (H 40.9 × W 15.6 in) Material: Colour on silk, silk brocade mounting, resin roller ends, jade-style tassels Tomobako (共箱) dimensions: H 7.3 × W 61.5 × D 7.7 cm (H 2.9 × W 24.2 × D 3.0 in) Period: Late Showa era (c.1970–1980s) This is a hand-painted Japanese kachō-e hanging scroll by the artist Katsunari (勝成), featuring the classic Plum and Warbler (梅に鶯) motif. It is an auspicious theme widely used for Japanese tea rooms, symbolising the arrival of spring, good fortune and joy. Gnarled plum branches are rendered in ink, dotted with blooming white plum blossoms and buds. A warbler perches on a branch with its head raised as if singing. Soft, restrained colours create a simple, tranquil aesthetic with the Japanese yūgen mood. The artist’s signature Katsunari (勝成) and a clear red seal are placed at the lower right of the painting. It is neatly mounted with patterned silk brocade, fitted with resin roller ends and a pair of stone bead tassels with woven knots and long fringes for elegant display. A paulownia Tomobako is included. Due to age, the mounting remains intact with no tears. The silk painting surface is stable, with natural age-related yellowing, no splits and no repairs. The paulownia Tomobako shows signs of natural ageing. Overall condition is good for its age. Shipping Notice Due to postal service adjustments, Taiwan Post EMS will suspend parcel deliveries to the below regions effective March 10, 2026: United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Israel, Pakistan, Maldives, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Azerbaijan, Oman, Kuwait, Jordan, Lebanon, Greece, Egypt, Morocco. Bidders based in the listed areas are kindly asked not to place bids. Additional note: Delivery to Italy takes roughly 6–7 days. Customs or courier staff may contact you to complete clearance procedures. Please reply promptly, as delayed responses may lead to the package being returned to sender. You may speed up the clearance process by contacting the customs office directly via: dogane.malpensa.urp@agenziadogane.it Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. - The photographs form part of the item description. The actual colour of the physical piece may differ slightly from the photos due to camera hardware and screen display settings. - The successful bidder will be responsible for any customs duties and taxes (if applicable). - This item will be shipped via Taiwan Post insured airmail.