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Scroll: Mountains by Tomioka Tessai (1836-1924)

Offered by: Naga Antiques

Description
signature and seal on bottom left read: Tessai Gaishi Writing in top right corner is illegible. Includes original box. Outside of box reads: Tenchi keiheki Chikushi Noko ji shu koku (heaven and earth opening again, Emperor's assistant can show old roads of the country) Inside of box: Now god's hand, roads and islands in the islands of Japan. Taisho 5 (1916), Tessai. About the artist: Tessai was a Nan ga artist from Kyoto. He had other names like Tetsuto, Tetsuro, Tetsushi etc. He became a court artist, also was a member of Teikoku Bijutsu-in. He, as a child, studied national literature and old chinese. He started drawing at the age of 18. He became an official for shrines after Meiji restoration etc. Painting dimentions: 52"h. x 20"w.

More Information

Origin:	Japan
Period:	1900-1919
Creation Date:	1916
Styles / Movements:	Asian Art
Dealer Reference #:	SC1037
Incollect Reference #:	799757

Dimensions

W.	26 in;	H.	78 in;
W.	66.04 cm;	H.	198.12 cm;

Message from Seller:

Naga Antiques, with over 45 years of expertise, is a renowned source for fine Asian antiques, specializing in Japanese screens, bronzes, ceramics, and more. Our diverse collection also includes Art Deco, American Modern, Continental, and Biedermeier furniture, available at our Hudson, NY gallery. For inquiries, contact 518.828.8585 or email thegallery@nagaantiques.com.