Vintage Japanese Kakejiku Hanging Scroll, Rooster and Hen with Pine Landscape, Late Showa 1966-1989 | SKU: 26J-0817-11

Vintage Japanese Kakejiku Hanging Scroll, Rooster and Hen with Pine Landscape, Late Showa 1966-1989 | SKU: 26J-0817-11

A hand-painted rooster and hen kakejiku scroll with pine landscape -- a timeless symbol of good fortune for the tokonoma or modern interior wall.

A kakejiku is a traditional Japanese hanging scroll used to display painting or calligraphy, most often suspended in the tokonoma alcove of a formal room to set the seasonal or ceremonial mood of a space. This handsome example features a boldly rendered rooster and hen rendered in mineral pigments on paper, set against a softly washed hillside landscape with pine trees receding into a luminous amber ground. The rooster -- an auspicious subject deeply rooted in Japanese and East Asian artistic tradition -- symbolizes courage, fidelity, and the herald of a new dawn, making compositions like this one a favored choice for New Year display and celebratory occasions. The painting is signed in brush script with a red square seal, consistent with the conventions of vintage Japanese brush painting from the late Showa period. Multi-panel brocade-style fabric borders frame the painting in floral and wave-patterned textile, and the scroll is completed with a hanging cord at the top and a light-colored roller at the base -- all hallmarks of quality kakejiku construction.

In a modern home, this vintage Japanese hanging scroll brings immediate warmth and cultural depth to any wall. Its tall, narrow format suits a living room accent wall, an entryway statement piece, or a dedicated meditation or reading nook. The warm amber tones and naturalistic subject integrate beautifully into Japandi style interiors, wabi-sabi aesthetic spaces, or eclectic rooms that layer global art traditions. Because it rolls flat for storage, it is also a practical rotating art piece -- easy to swap with the seasons. This scroll makes a distinguished gift for collectors of Japanese vintage art, for Japanophiles, or as a unique housewarming gift for anyone who appreciates handcrafted Japanese brushwork.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1966-1989 (Late Showa)
• Material: Ink and pigment on paper; multi-panel brocade-style fabric mounting borders; light-colored roller ends
• Use: Tokonoma alcove display; seasonal and auspicious wall decoration
• Modern Use: Living room or entryway wall art; rotating seasonal decor accent; gift for collectors of vintage Japanese brush painting
• Features: Hand-painted rooster and hen in naturalistic style; pine tree and hillside background; luminous amber ground; brush script artist signature with red square seal; multi-panel brocade-style fabric borders with floral and wave motifs; hanging cord; light-colored bottom roller
• Dimensions: 19 1/4"W x 1"D x 80"H
• Condition: Excellent

A striking piece of vintage Japanese hanging scroll art -- rich in symbolism, refined in execution, and ready to bring the auspicious energy of the rooster into any modern home.

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.