Vintage mid-Shōwa Japanese watercolor shikishi – Dolls of the spring festival

Vintage Japanese shikishi from the mid-Shōwa period, showing a pair of festive figures associated with seasonal spring motifs. The composition presents two stylized doll-like characters in ceremonial clothing, painted in a light watercolor manner with soft transitions of red, purple, and green. The decorative patterns of pine, wisteria, and floral emblems emphasize the celebratory theme and the traditional visual language of the period.
A signature and a red seal are present on the front. The work reflects the illustrative style characteristic of mid-Shōwa decorative shikishi, with simplified faces and broad, gentle color washes.

Style note
Light watercolor style with simplified forms and seasonal decorative motifs typical of mid-Shōwa festive imagery.

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
Size (approx.): 24 × 27 cm.

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

For US buyers: US customs processing is prepaid through the shipping service, so no additional customs processing payment is required upon delivery.

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