Antique Japanese Wall Decor Hanging Scroll Painting Landscape 19th C.
Directory: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Paintings: Pre 1900: Item # 1486981
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Kano Isen（1775-1828）was a painter of the late Edo period and the master of the early modern Kano school. He was a son and pupil of Kano Yosen'in Korenobu, whom he succeeded as seventh-generation head of the Kobikicho branch of the Edo Kano school that had been founded by Kano Naonobu (1607-50) His name was Eishin and his artist name was Genshosai. Isen mastered Yamato-e (Traditional Japanese painting) techniques and devoted himself to reproduction of ancient and modern paintings including wall paintings of Edo castle as well as production of folding screens sending for Korea. He was one of the leading artists that built the golden age of the Kobiki-cho kano scroll of painting. He was granted the title 'hogen' ('Eye of the Law') in 1802, and was subsequently further elevated to the highest 'hoin' ('Seal of the Law') rank in 1816.
Some insignificant light marks and foxing are present on the painting itself, otherwise the piece is in fine condition with the age. It is accompanied by a paulownia wood storage box.
Painting: W13” x H53 1/2” (W33cm x H136cm)
Scroll: W17 1/2"x H83 1/2” (W44.5cm x H212cm)
