Shiokawa Bunrin (1808-1877), Rising Sun and Waves, Japanese hanging scroll, Late Edo period

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"Rising Sun over Waves" – As a subject for hanging scrolls, this is arguably one of the most frequently depicted themes.
The image of the rising sun symbolizes prosperity, good fortune, auspiciousness, and celebration, and has long been displayed in Japan, especially during New Year festivities.

This particular painting does not feature the stereotypical "bright red sun" but instead opts for a more subdued tone. Golden mud (kin-dei) is used to depict the sunlight overlapping the rising sun. The ink lines of the waves are drawn with practiced brushwork, requiring high skill, as they cannot be redone once applied.

Looking at the mounting, the fabric closest to the painting is embroidered with plum blossoms, symbolizing the New Year, while the next layer features patterns resembling peonies. The top and bottom sections in moss green are embroidered with urajiro (a fern plant traditionally used in New Year’s decorations), helping to create a festive seasonal atmosphere. Each fabric used is of high quality and considered rare today, making it fortunate that the scroll has been preserved as-is, maintaining its historical authenticity.

Although the scroll ends (jikusaki) have been replaced, the vermilion lacquered ends are also antique and harmonize well with the overall age of the piece.
The artist, Bunrin, was a leading figure of the Shijō school from the late Edo to early Meiji period. Among his pupils were Kōno Bairei and Nomura Bunkyō, making Bunrin a foundational figure in the development of the modern Kyoto painting scene.

This work is highly recommended for those seeking a higher-grade Rising Sun piece or wishing to create a refined atmosphere with understated elegance.
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Setting weight
This piece weighs 1.25 kg and will be shipped in 100 size.

Material
Japanese pigments on silk

Size
Overall: vertical 217.5㎝ × width 64.6㎝（85.63 in × 25.43 in）＊width does not include roller ends.
(the work: vertical 127.5㎝ × width 50.5㎝（50.20 in × 19.88 in）)

Condition
・There are burns, stains, wrinkles on the Japanese paper on the back of the cover.
・There are some burns, stains on the image.
・There are burns, wrinkles, warp in the mounting.

Remarks
・Roller ends are lacquerware.
・There is no signature on the box.

Materials for mounting
All of them are made of silk.

Other
There is a note about shipping restrictions and VAT. Please check before purchase.
There may be a slight difference in color between the photo and the actual product.

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Biography
Shiokawa Bunrin (1808-1877)

Painter of the late Edo - Meiji period.
Born in Kyoto in 5th year of Bunka era.
His nickname was Shion, Zusho.
The pseudonym is Unsho, Senisei, and Mokubutsuan..
Studied under Okamoto Toyohiko. Became a central figure of the Shijo School during the Meiji Restoration.
In 1866, he gathered painters in Kyoto to form the Jyo-un-sha.
He built the foundation of the Meiji Kyoto art world.
His students included Kouno Bairei and Nomura Bunkyo.
He died in 1877 at the age of 70.