Kawabata Ryushi "Kanteizu (Depths in the Cold)" Mini Hanging Scroll | Masterpiece Art Print

Mini Hanging Scroll

Size: 28 cm wide × approximately 90 cm high
Artwork material: Special silk-like fabric (Shinkenpon)
Roller ends: Resin
Storage: Paper storage box included

Kawabata Ryushi

Kawabata Ryushi (1885–1966) was an innovative Japanese painter active during the Taisho and Showa periods. He switched from Western-style painting to a more innovative style, with bold compositions and large-scale paintings. He founded the Seiryu-sha group, which advocated "venue art," and pursued art that was open to the masses. He also established the Ryushi Memorial Museum near his home. He is a recipient of the Order of Culture, and is highly regarded as a heretic in modern Japanese painting.

Kanteizu (Depths in the Cold)

This work depicts two carp, one black and one vermilion, swimming through cold, clear water. Colored maple leaves resting on the bottom quietly evoke the seasonal transition from late autumn to winter.

The bold composition of the crossing carp and the vivid contrast of black, vermilion, and green are particularly striking. While the fish are rendered realistically, the movement of the water and submerged leaves are softly blurred. The work combines Kawabata Ryūshi’s characteristic strength and decorative beauty, capturing the vitality of life within a tranquil underwater scene.

Mini Hanging Scroll

This compact hanging scroll is designed to resemble a traditionally mounted scroll. The decorative fūtai strips are integrated into the upper fabric, and the roller ends are made of resin. Its compact size makes it as easy to display as a poster, while its affordable price allows you to enjoy Japanese art casually.

High-Definition Art Reproduction with Hand-Applied Color

The artwork is reproduced on specially prepared Shinkenpon, a silk-like fabric, using advanced giclée printing technology also employed by major museums worldwide for fine-art reproductions. The final details are enhanced with hand-applied color to create a more vivid and realistic appearance. The materials offer excellent resistance to light and ozone, helping preserve the original colors and beauty over time.