Vintage Shōwa Japanese ink shikishi – two autumn insects
$205.75 $228.61
A vintage Japanese shikishi from the early–mid Shōwa period, depicting two small insects rendered in ink with light tonal washes. The composition relies on delicate diagonals of the antennae and a quiet observational approach to seasonal nature. The artist’s signature and seal appear on the left. The surface shows natural aging consistent with its period.
Meaning note
In Japanese aesthetics, autumn insects are associated with quietude, attentiveness, and the beauty of small, easily overlooked moments. Such imagery reflects a contemplative attitude toward fleeting sounds and movements in nature.
Style note
Fine ink linework in a naturalistic Shōwa manner, focused on lightness and precise detail.
Condition
Good vintage condition. Vintage works may show natural signs of age (light toning, small fiber creases, gentle edge wear), so please review the photos carefully.
Size
Size (approx.): 24 × 27 cm.
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Safe and tracked shipping from Latvia (Riga Gallery of Japanese Art CloudyYokomido).
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