Vintage Japanese Shikishi – “Study of Crickets” signed Gochiku (Taishō–Shōwa)

A delicate vintage Japanese shikishi board with a subtle silver border, featuring two finely drawn crickets in the traditional kachō‑ga (bird‑and‑flower) style. Signed and sealed by the artist with the art‑name Gochiku (五竹), this composition reflects the refined Maruyama‑Shijō school influence of the early 20th century.

The work likely dates to the Taishō–early Shōwa period (c. 1920–1950) and demonstrates the light, observational ink style cherished in Japanese natural studies.
The shikishi board has aged beautifully, with gentle foxing and patina, adding character without detracting from the image.

Details:
– Medium: ink on traditional shikishi board with silver border
– Size: approx. 24 × 27 cm
– Period: Taishō–Shōwa (c. 1920–1950)
– Artist’s seal and signature: 五竹 (Gochiku)

Shipping: Safe and tracked shipping from Latvia (Riga Gallery of Japanese Art CloudyYokomido).


For US buyers: this item enters the United States duty-free.