Vintage Japanese Kakejiku Hanging Scroll, Kacho-ga with Ume Blossoms, Bamboo, and Songbird, Early Showa (1927-1945) | SKU: 26M-611-1

Vintage Japanese Kakejiku Hanging Scroll, Kacho-ga with Ume Blossoms, Bamboo, and Songbird, Early Showa (1927-1945) | SKU: 26M-611-1

A hand-painted kakejiku depicting ume blossoms, bamboo, and a perched songbird -- a quintessential motif of early spring in Japanese ink painting.

A kakejiku is a traditional Japanese hanging scroll used to display seasonal paintings or calligraphy, most often in the tokonoma (alcove) of a formal room. This finely crafted example dates to the Early Showa period and presents a classic kacho-ga (bird-and-flower) composition: sweeping ume (plum) branches laden with delicate white blossoms, graceful bamboo rendered in soft golden-green washes, and a small songbird -- likely a bush warbler -- perched lightly among the flowering branches. The painting is executed in mineral pigments on paper in the nihonga tradition, with confident brushwork and restrained use of color that embodies the wabi-sabi aesthetic. The scroll is mounted with a plain cream silk border and a pale celadon-toned brocade separator, with lacquered wooden rollers at the base and a twisted silk hanging cord at the top. A handwritten artist signature and red seal are clearly visible in the lower portion of the painting, attesting to its status as an original signed work of vintage Japanese art.

In a modern home, this kakejiku brings an immediate sense of calm and seasonal elegance to any wall. Hang it as a statement piece in a living room or entryway to introduce Japandi style or a wabi-sabi aesthetic, or display it in a reading nook or home office as a meditative focal point. The ume-and-bird motif is also a beloved symbol of renewal and resilience, making this a meaningful housewarming gift or gift for collectors of Japanese vintage art. Its neutral palette of warm ivory, soft grey, and muted gold integrates beautifully with both minimalist decor and more layered, eclectic interiors.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1927-1945 (Early Showa)
• Material: Mineral pigment on paper; silk brocade mounting; lacquered wood rollers; silk hanging cord
• Use: Seasonal decorative wall hanging; tokonoma display scroll
• Modern Use: Living room or entryway wall art; home office or reading nook accent; housewarming gift for collectors of Japanese vintage art
• Features: Hand-painted kacho-ga composition with ume blossoms, bamboo, and perched songbird; nihonga-style brushwork in mineral pigments; cream silk border with celadon brocade separator; lacquered roller ends; artist signature and red seal present
• Dimensions: --
• Condition: Excellent

A rare and serene example of vintage Japanese hanging scroll art -- handcrafted in the Early Showa era and as quietly captivating today as the season it was painted to honor.

We use professional studio lighting to highlight the natural character of the wood. As a result, the tone may appear slightly warmer than under natural daylight.

All vintage items are sold as-is. Each piece may exhibit signs of age, including scratches, wear, or minor imperfections. These are not considered defects but natural evidence of the item’s authenticity and age.