Vintage Chinese Scroll Painting Fisherman Figure — Paper (SKU: 0509-5)

Chinese Kakejiku Hanging Scroll | Ink Brush Wall Art & Living Room Accent, 1980s , SKU 0509-5

A striking Chinese sumi-e ink painting depicting an elderly fisherman holding a fishing rod and freshly caught fish, rendered with expressive brushwork in the traditional ink wash style. The scroll features poetic calligraphy at the top and the auspicious phrase “年年有余” (“abundance year after year”) written along the left side, symbolizing prosperity and good fortune.

Mounted as a traditional hanging scroll with deep blue brocade fabric and lacquered roller ends, the piece blends bold monochrome ink work with refined literary character. A beautiful accent for Japandi, wabi-sabi, or Asian-inspired interiors.

• Origin: China
• Era: 1980s
• Material: Sumi ink on paper; steel-blue patterned brocade mounting fabric; dark lacquered wooden roller finials
• Use: Decorative hanging scroll for tokonoma alcove display; auspicious or celebratory gift scroll
• Modern Use: Living room or entryway wall art; home office or study focal point in a Japandi or wabi-sabi interior; unique gift for collectors of Japanese antique art
• Features: Expressive sumi-e ink figure of an elderly fisherman with rod and fish; bold spontaneous brushwork in the suiboku tradition; multiple columns of brushed calligraphy inscriptions; two red inkan seal stamps; auspicious phrase suggesting joy and abundance; steel-blue brocade mounting panels with fine allover pattern; dark lacquered roller finials
• Dimensions: 20 1/2"W x 59"H
• Condition: Good vintage condition consistent with age -- light toning to paper, minor surface creasing visible; overall image and mounting intact and display-ready

A compelling piece of Japanese antique scroll art that brings the meditative energy of the suiboku ink painting tradition 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.

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