Warbler Among Plum Blossoms Kakejiku Hanging Scroll
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The motif of this hanging scroll features red and white plum blossoms with a Japanese bush warbler. Vivid crimson blooms open at the tips of sturdy, outstretched branches, while a single warbler perches quietly on one limb, gazing into the distance. Delicately dusted with gold leaf, the red-and-white plum blossoms appear to capture the soft, warming light of early spring.
In Japan, plum blossoms are among the earliest flowers to bloom, appearing in the waning days of winter as a trusted sign of the coming season. Because the blossoms unfold with poise even in the cold, the plum has long been associated with perseverance, renewal, and the promise of success. The bush warbler, admired for its clear, delicate song, is likewise regarded as an auspicious bird that announces spring.
The pairing of “plum and warbler” is also celebrated as a symbol of harmony and fruitful relationships. For that reason, this scroll makes a thoughtful gift for expressing wishes of goodwill, unity, and lasting bonds.
The artist, Kanetake Kazuho, was born in 1955 in Gifu Prefecture. A member of the Refreshing Floor Society and an artist featured in Bijutsu Nenkan (Art Annual), Kazuho is a contemporary Japanese painter known for refined flower-and-bird compositions. He has held many solo exhibitions and regularly participates in juried regional shows.
DETAILS
| Quantity | 1 |
| Size |
L 190 cm (74.8 in) x W 54.5 cm (21.5 in) [Scroll rod length] 60 cm (23.6 in) |
| Weight | 530 g (18.7 oz) |
| Material |
[Main work] Silk [Fabric mount] Cotton [Scroll rod] Wood [Scroll rod ends] Ceramic |
| Package Type | Wooden box |
Maker / Brand
Founded in Gifu, a region renowned for its rich Mino washi heritage, Kaitakudo Art has been crafting kakejiku, Japanese hanging scrolls, for over fifty years. Their work is supported by skilled artisans, including nationally certified first-grade specialists in traditional art mounting who uphold time-honored techniques. From planning and mounting to retail, they oversee the entire process in-house, ensuring consistent quality at every step.
While preserving tradition, they continue to explore new possibilities for kakejiku—developing styles that suit modern interiors and sharing the beauty of Japanese art with the world.
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Japanese hanging scrolls, known as kakejiku or kakemono, are a traditional form of Japanese wall art that has been cherished for over a thousand years. Featuring Japanese calligraphy, seasonal motifs, or paintings, each scroll is crafted with refined techniques that reflect the beauty of nature and culture.
Versatile and timeless, they can be displayed in homes, tea rooms, or modern interiors, and are often referred to as picture scrolls or Japanese scrolls. Their lightweight form makes them easy to roll, store, and rotate with the season or occasion. As an enduring expression of Japanese wall art, hanging scrolls bring harmony to any space.
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Kakejiku Hanging Scrolls
Japanese hanging scrolls, known as kakejiku or kakemono, are a traditional form of Japanese wall art that has been cherished for over a thousand years. Featuring Japanese calligraphy, seasonal motifs, or paintings, each scroll is crafted with refined techniques that reflect the beauty of nature and culture.
Versatile and timeless, they can be displayed in homes, tea rooms, or modern interiors, and are often referred to as picture scrolls or Japanese scrolls. Their lightweight form makes them easy to roll, store, and rotate with the season or occasion. As an enduring expression of Japanese wall art, hanging scrolls bring harmony to any space.
