Pair of Japanese Bird and Flower (Kachō-ga) Hanging Scrolls, Attributed to Sakai Hōitsu Style

Story

In 19th-century Edo Japan, Rinpa artists revived classical nature motifs with dramatic, graphic elegance. These scrolls capture intimate slices of nature, balancing poetic restraint with vibrant pigments. Owning a pair like this meant bringing the timeless harmony of the Japanese seasons right into your home.

Maker / Origin

Sakai Hōitsu (1761–1828) was a samurai-born artist who revived the Rinpa school in Edo, mastering decorative screen paintings and hanging scrolls. His style is celebrated for its graceful composition, subtle realism, and elegant lyrical mood. Due to his immense popularity, many high-quality works were created by pupils and later followers in his signature style.

Condition & Value

The silk fields show light toning, minor creases, and faint spots consistent with age. Mountings appear intact with rich brocade silk. Good general preservation for antique paper/silk scrolls; light creasing slightly impacts value.