Vintage Shōwa Japanese ink painting – Bamboo and small flowers

A vintage work from the early–mid Shōwa period, created with ink and soft color accents on a traditional square board. The composition shows small flowers with berries in the foreground and young bamboo leaves on the right. The painting follows a calm, contemplative rhythm typical of mid-20th-century Japanese decorative ink work.

A short calligraphic text above expresses a reflective idea about joy and being in harmony with the present moment. The piece includes the author’s art-name and seal. Classic square format.

Meaning note
The inscription conveys a simple message of inner balance: joy appears when one aligns with the moment as it is. Such themes were common in Shōwa-period calligraphy, where everyday mindfulness and quiet presence were central elements.

Style note
Executed in a suiboku-inspired brush style with gentle tonal transitions and light color touches, characteristic of Shōwa decorative practice.

Condition
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 (approx.)
24 × 27 cm.

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

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