Japanese Kachō‑ga Chestnut Painting – Signed “Aki‑sha” with Seal – Taishō/Shōwa Ink on Shikishi

A charming Japanese ink and watercolor painting on traditional shikishi board (approx. 24×27 cm), depicting a delicate autumn motif — spiky chestnut burrs with leaves.

The work is signed with the art‑name “Aki‑sha” (秋写) – meaning “Autumn Depiction” – and features the artist’s small square red seal (about 1–1.5 cm).
Such compact seals became common in the late Taishō to early Shōwa period (c. 1920–40), giving artists freedom to sign works more discreetly.

An elegant calligraphic inscription adds poetic flavor, loosely translated as:

“Hasty chestnuts, strong as cloud‑guests; living in Japan, as the heart desires…”

Style & school: This painting belongs to the kachō‑ga tradition (bird‑and‑flower painting), influenced by the Shijō school and nihonga style, known for its refined brushwork and seasonal sensibility.

Details:
• Size: ~24×27 cm
• Medium: Ink & watercolor on shikishi board
• Period: Late Taishō – early Shōwa (c. 1920–40)
• Condition: Light vintage toning, consistent with age; ideal for framing or display.

✨ A perfect piece for collectors of Japanese art and lovers of autumn themes.

📦 Secure worldwide shipping from Latvia (Riga Gallery of Japanese Art CloudyYokomido).

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