伊藤泰山 Ito Taizan (active mid-20th century) Ito Taizan was a Japanese painter active during the mid-20th century, known for his work in landscape painting (sansui) and traditional Nihonga techniques. While detailed biographical records are limited, his name appears in regional art circles and auction catalogs, often associated with hanging scrolls depicting mountains, pines, cranes, and seasonal motifs rendered in ink and mineral pigments. His style reflects the influence of literati painting (Nanga), emphasizing poetic atmosphere and symbolic depth. Works attributed to Ito Taizan frequently feature rising suns, pine trees, and cranes, suggesting themes of longevity, renewal, and harmony with nature—common in celebratory or New Year scrolls. These compositions are typically mounted in silk and accompanied by calligraphy and red seals, indicating authorship and cultural resonance. Although not widely documented in national exhibition records, Ito Taizan’s scrolls are appreciated in the antique art market for their decorative elegance and seasonal symbolism, making them appealing to collectors of mid-century Japanese art and traditional kakejiku. with signature 'Taizan' 泰山 and seal 'Taizan gashi' 泰山画史 This evocative hanging scroll presents a poetic vision of Mount Horai—a mythical island of eternal youth in East Asian tradition. Steep cliffs rise through mist, crowned with ancient pines, while a white crane glides near a cascading waterfall. A vivid red sun glows above the peaks, casting warmth and spiritual resonance across the landscape. These elements, rich in symbolism, evoke themes of longevity, purity, and transcendence. Executed in the Nihonga style with mineral pigments and ink, the composition reflects the literati painting tradition (Nanga), emphasizing atmosphere and philosophical depth. The scroll is signed and sealed by Ito Taizan, and comes with a wooden storage box for safe keeping and presentation. A refined example of mid-20th-century Japanese sansui landscape art, ideal for collectors seeking seasonal elegance, symbolic depth, and decorative harmony. 伊藤泰山 Ito Taizan (active mid-20th century) Japanese art kakejiku kakemono wall hanging scroll / Mount Horai (Mount Penglai) Eternal Youth Sansui Landscape Crane Rising Sun with Box Whole dimensions: 21.7" W x 78.1" H / 55.2cm x 198.4cm Inside dimensions: 14.6" W x 50.1" H / 37.1cm x 127.3cm Material: Silk Technique: Handpainted Roller ends: Bone (DAMAGE) Weight: 760g including Box Condition Antique items have originally crease, stain, damage, and more. I would like you to refer to the listing photos, but please understand that it's difficult to show all conditions by the photos. Special notes: STAIN, CREASE a little, DAMAGE a little, WARP, STAIN DAMAGE in the back of the mounting. Shipping "FREE SHIPPING" all over the world by Registered Airmail, EMS, or DHL.