Antique Japanese Hanging Scroll — Otafuku (Okame) — Symbol of Happiness and Good Fortune, #425

An exquisite antique kakejiku (掛軸) featuring the charming figure of Otafuku, also known as Okame — a beloved symbol of joy, good fortune, and domestic harmony in Japanese folk tradition.
Her rounded, cheerful face and subtle smile capture the playful spirit and gentle beauty that have made this motif a timeless favorite.

Rendered in delicate ink and light color wash on traditional paper, the artwork reflects the refined brushwork of the Nanga (Southern School) or Bunjinga style, popular among scholar-painters of the late Edo to early Meiji period.
The piece bears the signature 北峯 (Hokuhō) along with the artist’s red seal. The minimal yet expressive composition embodies the aesthetics of Zen simplicity and wabi-sabi.

This scroll has been professionally remounted in a tasteful silk brocade border to ensure its preservation while honoring its original character. It is an ideal statement piece for a Japanese-inspired interior, tea room, meditation space, or any refined art collection.

📏 Dimensions: 32 cm (W) × 167 cm (H)
🖌️ Materials: Ink, light color wash on paper, silk mounting

Condition: Well-preserved for its age with natural patina on the painting. The mounting is in excellent condition due to careful restoration.

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