Ayu, Japanese Sweetfish

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• Reference NumberSS-50161
• Title" Ayu " Japanese Sweetfish
• PainterOkada Renseki (1904 - 1995)

  Renseki was born in Shinagawa district of Tokyo in the 37th year of the Meiji era.
  His real given name was Makoto.
  Renseki is a pseudonym.
  He entered the Kawabata School, and also became a disciple of Tsutaya Ryuki.
  After World War 2, he won the Prime Minister's Prize, Education Minister's Prize and many other prizes.
  He had important roles in the world of modern art as administrators and advisers of several institutions.
  He deceased in the 7th year of the Heisei era at the age of 92.

• Signature & SealYes
• Part of DrawingSilk, 43 x 50 cm ( 17 x 19.7 inches )
• MountingSilk, 134 x 65.5 cm ( 52.8 x 25.8 inches )
• Roller End MaterialAntler
• BoxNo Box
• Description

  The scroll is slightly foxed overall as it was painted years ago.
  We estimate it was paitned over 50 years ago.
  Unfortunately, there are some noticeable stains with water.
  Several tears on the mounting are also recognized.
  As a whole, the condition of this scroll is not good.
  Although, three Ayu fish on Bamboo leaves are drawn well.

• Price USD 98
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  Signature & Seals
  (Rakkan)
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  Roller End