Lot 18 KAKEJIKU 掛け軸 (HANGING SCROLL) OF A RESTING SAMURAI

A kakejiku 掛け軸 (hanging scroll), featuring a tranquil painting of a samurai seated beneath a thin, curving pine tree matsu 松 (pine), illuminated by the soft glow of the moon.

The samurai is shown resting, his full suit of armour removed and stored in the box beside him, with his kabuto 兜 (helmet) placed atop. He sits comfortably on a leopard fur, wearing a blue robe, holding a partially opened fan, and gazing up at the moon. His two swords rest at his side. Nearby, his horse stands quietly, fully unarmoured and tethered close by.

Period: Japan – 18th century (Edo period)
Medium: Colour and ink on paper
Mounting: Various shades of purple silk, with jikusaki 軸先 (roller ends) made of black wood
Dimensions:
Width: 48.3 cm, Height: approx. 167 cm, Jikusaki diameter: 2.6 cm

In fair original condition, with horizontal creases visible throughout. Please refer to the photos for a clear condition reference.

Complete with wooden tomobako 供箱 (storage box)