Chikanobu was the 3rd head of the Kobikicho Kanō family - one of the most prestigious families in the history of Japanese art. He painted whole wall paintings for the Tokugawa Shogunate in Edo Castle as well as large folding screens as gifts for the Korean Dynasty. In 1719, he was ordained with the rank of "Hōgen" (法元) for his talents and comportment. Signed "Chikanobu hiitsu" and sealed "Josen".

This piece pre-dates 1719 and is a wonderful example of how brilliantly he could paint a small, simple Kanō-style landscape. Also apparent is the high quality of ink and paint he had access to. The shading gradation between the land masses that creates the strong depth perception was brushed with decades worth of experience and sensitivity. Everything about this scene, as is with many of his pieces, is nestled within a personal interpretation of tranquility, through the spirit of a school that was at this point almost 250 years old. It is also a tour-de-force of sansui painting in a small format. These photos do not do the piece justice (always expect Japanese art to be much more impressive in person). Recently acquired in Kyoto. Mounted and backed by a mounting artisan over 100 years ago.


6.5″ x 7.5″ (image size).

Comes with a sealed document of authenticity.

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