Antique Taishō–Shōwa Japanese ink tanzaku – man with staff and goat

Original Japanese artwork in tanzaku format, executed in ink on paper. The composition depicts a man holding a staff, with a goat shown beside him. The figures are rendered in a simplified manner using diluted ink and restrained brushwork. The work bears an artist’s red seal.

The stylistic character and overall execution correspond to the Taishō to early Shōwa period.

Style Note

Japanese ink painting in tanzaku format.

Condition

Antique condition.
The paper shows natural age-related wear, including toning, scattered age spots, and edge wear. These features are consistent with the age of the work. Please review the photos carefully.

Size

Size (approx.): 36 × 6 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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