47 - Japan – Traditional ink and color painting on paper – Birds Among Bamboo – 20th century

Japan – Traditional ink and color painting on paper – Birds Among Bamboo – 20th century A traditional Japanese painting depicting three small birds perched on bamboo branches, amidst lush foliage. The composition is executed in black ink and colors in shades of bluish-green, gray, and ochre, characterized by a free and expressive brushstroke. The artist uses vigorous strokes to depict the bamboo stems and leaves, contrasting with the delicacy of the birds. The piece as a whole presents a harmonious composition, typical of traditional Eastern painting. The work bears a black calligraphic signature in the lower left corner, accompanied by a red artist’s seal. The artist remains unidentified to this day. Condition: Signs of age, small foxing spots on the paper, creases, and a visible tear along the right edge. Dimensions: H. 46 × W. 38 cm.