Japanese antique scroll painting of Bodhidharma with large calligraphy. The whole of the paper is painted with a light wash of ink before applying the bold image with a large brush. The red seals are actually painted with a small brush. Bodhidharma is the monk credited with founding the Zen tradition of Buddhism.

Dimensions: Scroll size: 81" high x 25 1/2" wide. Size of art: 61" high x 21" wide

A very large antique scroll painting by the famous artist Kano Tsunenobu. Sumi-e on Gofun paper depicting a fierce flying dragon amongst turbulent waves and mist protecting a sacred jewel, the Hoju held in its claw and peeking through the gray cloud. This image evokes power and energy. When displayed by a Daimyo or lord, it would exude strength, influence and stature.

Kano Tsunenobu (1636-1713) was a Japanese painter of the Kano School. He first studied under his father, Kano... Click for details

Antique Japanese scroll painting of a hunting falcon sitting on a perch, tethered with a red cord and tassel. Regal with long talons and fluffed white breast feathers. Painted in mineral colors on silk. Signed and sealed by the artist, Baikaken Kо̄ei.  One the back of the scroll is written: 楳花軒筆鷹図 Falcon painting by Baikaken.

Age: Meiji Period (1868-1912)

Dimensions: Scroll size: 69 1/2" high x 18 3/4" wide (20 3/4" wide including rollers). Artwork size: ... Click for details

Antique Japanese scroll painting of two tigers. One looks back as it climbs up a rocky hill while the other looks out from it's shelter under an outcropping. Beautifully painted with details of every stripe and whisker. Ink and colors on silk. Signed by the artist.

Age: Taisho Period (early 20th century)

Dimensions: Size of scroll: 78 1/2" high x 21 5/8" wide (24" wide including rollers). Painting: 44 3/4" high x 16 1/4" wide

Antique Japanese scroll painting of Kannon also known as Guanyin. The Goddess of Mercy sits on a rock overhanging a still body of water. She is silhouetted by the full moon. Painted in sumi-e ink on paper. There is a seal in the lower right hand side.

Age: Edo Period (1603-1867)

Dimensions: Total size of scroll: 70 1/2" high x 15 3/4" wide (18" wide including rollers). Size of art: 37 1/2" high x 11 1/2" wide

Antique Japanese scroll painting of a tiger crouching on a rocky outcropping. The tiger, who represents the wind and the West looks up into the sky at the gathering storm clouds. Large paws grip the rocks and the tip of it's tail peeks out from under the mossy overhanging. Painted in sumi-e ink on silk. Signed by the artist. With kiri wood tomobako.

Age: Meiji Period (1868-1912)

Dimensions: Total: 66 1/2" high x 20" wide (22 1/4" wide including rollers). Size of art: 41... Click for details

Antique Japanese scroll painting of a skeleton. Realistically rendered for use in a doctor's office. Great detail and shading. Frontal view with a top view of the foot. Painted in sumi-e ink and light colors on paper. Signature seal.

Dimensions: Total size: 77 1/2" high x 27 3/4" wide (30 1/2" wide including rollers). Size of art: 55" high x 23 1/4" wide.

Antique Japanese scroll painting of a koi jumping up a waterfall. Symbolizing strength, perseverance and aspiration, the large koi moves against the raging water which crashes below in a torrent of waves. Painted in sumi-e ink and white gofun on paper.

Age: Edo Period (1603-1867)

Dimensions: Total size: 72 1/2" high x 24 3/4" wide (26 1/2" wide including rollers). Size of art: 50 1/4" high x 20 3/4" wide.

Antique Japanese scroll painting of a tiger. Every strand of his striped fur is painted. The tiger stands under a pine tree, facing the viewer. His mouth is open, displaying large teeth. Painted in ink and light colors on paper. With artist's seals.

Age: Meiji Period (1868-1912)

Dimensions: Total size: 74" high x 24 1/2" wide (76 1/2" wide including rollers). Size of art: 46" high x 18 1/4" wide.

Antique Japanese scroll painting depicting a view of lush garden flowers. Large yellow and red poinsettia and cockscomb grow beside a bamboo fence. Painted in mineral colors on silk. Signed by 祥雲 Shо̄un ("Auspicious Cloud"). A label identifies the artist as as Nonouchi Yasutarо̄ (Nonouchi is the family name), who used the artist name Shо̄un until 1932. After that he used his original given name Yasutarо̄, but this one has the Shо̄un seal, so it should be from 1932 or... Click for details