45 - Japan – Pair of traditional ink-and-color paintings on paper – Fish and floral compositions – 20th century

Japan – Pair of traditional ink-and-color paintings on paper – Fish and floral compositions – 20th century A set of two Japanese paintings executed in ink and color on paper, in the tradition of Eastern brush painting. The first composition depicts several goldfish swimming in an aquatic setting, accompanied by plants and flowers in delicate shades of pink, green, and gray. The second painting features a botanical and floral composition, characterized by broad, expressive brushstrokes combining shades of black, gray, and pink. Both works are distinguished by the spontaneity of their lines, the lightness of their compositions, and the balance of the negative space left in the paintings. Each painting bears a black calligraphic signature accompanied by a red artist’s stamp. The signatures and stamps bear strong similarities, suggesting they were created by the same artist, who remains unidentified to this day. Condition: Signs of age and use, slight stains, small creases, and wear along the edges of the paper. Dimensions: H. 59.5 × W. 37 cm, dimensions as reported.