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山形素眞 Yamagata Soshin (1818-1862) Japanese antique art kakejiku kakemono wall hanging scroll / Dragon Crossing Over Mount Fuji with Box RE226

山形素眞 Yamagata Soshin (1818-1862)
A painter of the late Edo period. Born in the first year of the Bunsei era. A pupil of Tanaka Buncho. Also studied under Okamoto Toyohiko and Suzuki Nanrei.

Age: 1852 January (Lunar calendar) / 壬子孟春
with signature 'Soshin sha' 素眞写 and seal 'Soshin' 素眞

This striking hanging scroll by Yamagata Soshin (1818–1862), dated January 1852 (lunar calendar / 壬子孟春), presents a powerful and symbolic composition titled “Dragon Crossing Over Mount Fuji.” Rendered in expressive monochrome ink, the painting captures the majestic form of Mount Fuji rising through drifting mist, with the presence of a dragon suggesting themes of transformation, spiritual ascent, and natural force. Soshin, a pupil of Tanaka Buncho and later trained under Okamoto Toyohiko and Suzuki Nanrei, was active in the late Edo period and known for his refined brushwork and poetic landscapes. The scroll bears the signature “Soshin sha” (素眞写) and seal “Soshin” (素眞), affirming its authenticity. It is accompanied by a preservation box, along with a fragment of paper stating that the scroll was once owned by Seifu Yohei III (1851–1914), the renowned Kyōyaki ceramic artist, adding valuable historical depth and provenance to this evocative work.

Whole dimensions: 25" W x 42.7" H / 63.7cm x 108.6cm
Inside dimensions: 20.9" W x 14.6" H / 53.3cm x 37.3cm

Material: Silk
Technique: Handpainted
Roller ends: Wood

Weight: 640g including Box

Condition

Antique items have originally crease, stain, damage, and more. I would like you to refer to the listing photos, but please understand that it's difficult to show all conditions by the photos. Special notes: STAIN a little, CREASE a little, WARP, STAIN in the back of the mounting.

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Yamagata Soshin 山形素眞