A SCROLL PAINTING OF TWO RED-CROWNED CRANES Japan, 19^th century

Painted in ink and color on silk, with a silk brocade frame, and mounted as a hanging scroll, the jiku (roller ends) carved from wood. Depicted are two red-crowned cranes standing underneath a pine tree, with the red rising sun in the background. Signature/inscription and seal in the lower right corner.

SIZE 89.9.4 x 32 cm (image), 168 x 35.1 cm (incl. mounting)

Condition: Overall the painting presents well with wear, losses, staining and creasing to the painting. The mounting with wear, soiling, and tears, especially in the upper right corner.
Provenance: German private collection.