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East Asia, Japan, late Muromachi to early Edo period, ca. 16th to 17th century CE. A fabulous scroll painting known as a kakemono depicting the Fukujin or Seven Lucky Gods from Japanese mythology. The seven deities have independent origins in Buddhism, Taoism, and Shinto, and have been an important part of Japanese culture since the 15th century (Muromachi era). Although most of these characters have a courtly or scholarly appearance, they were popularized by farmers, merchants, and artisans. Consequently, their treasures are practical things like rice, fish and cash, rather than gold or jewels. The stool-shaped seal in the lower right is typical of the Kano school of artists, especially in the 16th and 17th centuries. Size of painting: 20.2" W x 19.5" H (51.3 cm x 49.5 cm); of frame: 26.6" W x 25.6" H (67.6 cm x 65 cm)

Provenance: private Broomfield, Colorado, USA collection

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#185384

Stool-shaped seal signature in lower right. Set behind glass in matte and frame with suspension wire on verso for display. Fragment of a larger scroll with possible repair with repainting / recoloring in areas. Some chipping to paint with craquelure in areas, as well as toning and staining as shown. Wrinkling to paper with slight tearing to peripheries; none affecting imagery. Clear images and detail with good remaining pigments.