Hanging Scroll Collection

Owl on a Pine Branch, early 17th century. Creator: Soga Nichokuan
Owl on a Pine Branch, early 17th century. Edo period

Bamboo in the Wind, early 17th century. Creator: Yi Jeong (Korean, 1541-1626)
Bamboo in the Wind, early 17th century

Death of the Historical Buddha (Nehan-zu), 14th century. Creator: Unknown
Death of the Historical Buddha (Nehan-zu), 14th century

Haboku, Splashed Ink Landscape, 1400s-early 1500s century. Creator: Sessh? T?y? (Japanese
Haboku, Splashed Ink Landscape, 1400s-early 1500s century

Guanyin as the Nine-Lotus Bodhisattva, 1593. Creator: Unknown
Guanyin as the Nine-Lotus Bodhisattva, 1593

Lions at the Stone Bridge of Mount Tiantai, 1779. Creator: Soga Shohaku
Lions at the Stone Bridge of Mount Tiantai, 1779

Wild Geese and Water, 1839. Creator: Hokusai
Wild Geese and Water, 1839

Kintaro with Carp, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Kintaro with Carp, 19th century

Welcoming Descent of Amida Buddha (Raigo), about 1270—1333. Creator: Unknown
Welcoming Descent of Amida Buddha (Raigo), about 1270--1333

The Eight Hosts of Deva, Naga, and Yakshi, 1454. Creator: Unknown
The Eight Hosts of Deva, Naga, and Yakshi, 1454. The grandest of the Buddhist mortuary rites is the Water-Land ( shuilu ) ritual

Old Man and Woman. Creators: Unknown, Ogata Korin
Old Man and Woman

Yorimitsu killing Tsuchigumo (Detail of the scroll Tsuchigumo no Soshi Emaki), 13th century. Artist: Anonymous
Yorimitsu killing Tsuchigumo (Detail of the scroll Tsuchigumo no Soshi Emaki), 13th century. Found in the collection of the Tokyo National Museum

Hibiscus and Magpies, 1847. Creator: Yamamoto Baiitsu
Hibiscus and Magpies, 1847

Portrait of an imperial censor and his wife, late 18th-early 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of an imperial censor and his wife, late 18th-early 19th century. Qing dynasty (1644-1911)

Woman as an Itinerant Monk: Onna Komuso (Otsu-e), late 1600s-early 1700s. Creator: Unknown
Woman as an Itinerant Monk: Onna Komuso (Otsu-e), late 1600s-early 1700s

The Hermit Xu You Resting by a Stream, 1400s. Creator: Dai Jin (Chinese, 1388-1462)
The Hermit Xu You Resting by a Stream, 1400s. The subject of this painting, Xu You, is an ancient worthy and reclusive figure who, when offered the throne by the legendary emperor Yao

Birds Gather under the Spring Willow, late 1400s-early 1500. Creator: Yin Hong (Chinese, c
Birds Gather under the Spring Willow, late 1400s-early 1500. A great variety of birds, including the peacock and peahen, are portrayed in a natural setting

Tiger, c. 1250-1279. Creator: Fachang Muqi (Chinese, 1220-1280)
Tiger, c. 1250-1279

Descent of the Nine Luminaries and the Seven Stars at Kasuga, 1300s. Creator: Unknown
Descent of the Nine Luminaries and the Seven Stars at Kasuga, 1300s. This medieval religious painting shows celestial beings descending from the heavens into the Kasuga Shrine

Two Magpies on Red Leafed Tree, 1939 (hanging scroll, ink and colour on paper)
1764872 Two Magpies on Red Leafed Tree, 1939 (hanging scroll, ink and colour on paper) by Xu Beihong (1895-1953); 11.5x38 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Two Magpies on Red Leafed Tree)

Two Cormorants (hanging scroll and colour on paper)
1764894 Two Cormorants (hanging scroll and colour on paper) by Xu Beihong (1895-1953); 103x51.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Two Cormorants. Xu Beihong (1895-1953)

A Cat Sitting on a Rock, 1938 (hanging scroll, ink and colour on paper)
1764865 A Cat Sitting on a Rock, 1938 (hanging scroll, ink and colour on paper) by Xu Beihong (1895-1953); 108.5x47 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Cat Sitting on a Rock)

Snowy Mountains, 1691. Creator: Gu Qiao
Snowy Mountains, 1691

Scholars Enjoying Tea (image 1 of 2), 19th century. Creator: Nakabayashi Chikkei
Scholars Enjoying Tea (image 1 of 2), 19th century

Scholars Enjoying Tea (image 2 of 2), 19th century. Creator: Nakabayashi Chikkei
Scholars Enjoying Tea (image 2 of 2), 19th century

Courtesan, Late 18th-early 19th century. Creator: Tsukioka Sessai
Courtesan, Late 18th-early 19th century

Otafuku, Late 17th-early 18th century. Creator: Hanabusa Itcho
Otafuku, Late 17th-early 18th century

Portrait of a Scholar-Official in a Black Robe (image 1 of 5), 19th century. Creator: Anon
Portrait of a Scholar-Official in a Black Robe (image 1 of 5), 19th century

Portrait of a Scholar-Official in Blue Robe (image 1 of 4), 18th century. Creator: Anon
Portrait of a Scholar-Official in Blue Robe (image 1 of 4), 18th century

Portrait of a Scholar-Official in a Pink Robe (image 5 of 5), 19th century. Creator: Anon
Portrait of a Scholar-Official in a Pink Robe (image 5 of 5), 19th century

Celestial Buddhas and Deities of the Northern, Western, and Central Dipper Constell... c1450-c1550. Creator: Anon
Celestial Buddhas and Deities of the Northern, Western, and Central Dipper Constellations, between c1450 and c1550

Avalokiteshvara (Guanyin), the Bodhisattva of Compassion (image 4 of 7), Ming dynasty. Creator: Anon
Avalokiteshvara (Guanyin), the Bodhisattva of Compassion (image 4 of 7), Ming dynasty

Avalokiteshvara (Guanyin), the Bodhisattva of Compassion (image 7 of 7), Ming dynasty. Creator: Anon
Avalokiteshvara (Guanyin), the Bodhisattva of Compassion (image 7 of 7), Ming dynasty

Avalokiteshvara (Guanyin), the Bodhisattva of Compassion (image 5 of 7), Ming dynasty. Creator: Anon
Avalokiteshvara (Guanyin), the Bodhisattva of Compassion (image 5 of 7), Ming dynasty

Avalokiteshvara (Guanyin), the Bodhisattva of Compassion (image 3 of 7), Ming dynasty. Creator: Anon
Avalokiteshvara (Guanyin), the Bodhisattva of Compassion (image 3 of 7), Ming dynasty

Winter Landscape of Two Herons, Willow, and Tea Plants Blossoms, c1550. Creator: Anon
Winter Landscape of Two Herons, Willow, and Tea Plants Blossoms, c1550

Old Trees by a Cold Waterfall, 1531. Creator: Wen Zhengming
Old Trees by a Cold Waterfall, 1531

Monk Riding Backward on an Ox, 16th century. Creator: Sekkan
Monk Riding Backward on an Ox, 16th century

Herons and Willow, 19th century. Creator: Oda Kaisen
Herons and Willow, 19th century

Wrathful Form of the Goddess Saraswati (Magzor Gyalmo) or Palden Llamo, 20th century. Creator: Unknown
Wrathful Form of the Goddess Saraswati (Magzor Gyalmo) or Palden Llamo, 20th century. Detail from a larger artwork

Fishing Recluse by an Autumn Grove, late Ming/early Qing dynasty, 17th century. Creator: Sheng Mao
Fishing Recluse by an Autumn Grove, late Ming/early Qing dynasty, 17th century

Scroll, China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), c. 1860. Creator: Unknown
Scroll, China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), c. 1860. Detail from a larger artwork

Inn and Travelers in Snowy Mountains, dated 1745. Creator: Yuan Yao
Inn and Travelers in Snowy Mountains, dated 1745

Egrets, Peonies, and Willows, early 19th century. Creator: Yamamoto Baiitsu
Egrets, Peonies, and Willows, early 19th century

Portrait of Qianlong Emperor As a Young Man, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of Qianlong Emperor As a Young Man, 19th century. Qing dynasty (1644-1911)

Flowers and Goldfish, 18th century. Creator: So Shizan
Flowers and Goldfish, 18th century. Edo period

Interior with Woman, Child and Nurse, late 18th-early 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Interior with Woman, Child and Nurse, late 18th-early 19th century

Kobo Daishi (Kukai) as a Boy (Chigo Daishi) (hanging scroll with ink & colour on silk)
2968500 Kobo Daishi (Kukai) as a Boy (Chigo Daishi) (hanging scroll with ink & colour on silk) by Japanese School, (15th century); 86.7x48.9 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL

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"Hanging Scrolls: A Window into Asian Art and Culture" Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Asian art with these captivating hanging scrolls. Each scroll tells a unique story, capturing the essence of its creator's vision and skill. "Bamboo in the Wind" by Yi Jeong takes us back to early 17th century Korea, where delicate bamboo sways gracefully against a backdrop of nature's elements. The artist's mastery brings this scene to life, evoking a sense of tranquility and harmony. In "Guanyin as the Nine-Lotus Bodhisattva, " an unknown artist from 1593 presents us with a divine figure surrounded by blooming lotuses. This masterpiece invites contemplation on spirituality and enlightenment. Sessh? T?y?'s "Haboku, Splashed Ink Landscape" transports us to 15th-century Japan. With bold brushstrokes and ink splatters, this artwork captures the dynamic energy of nature itself, leaving room for interpretation and personal reflection. A late 18th-early 19th-century portrait reveals an imperial censor and his wife in exquisite detail. Though their identities remain unknown, their dignified presence speaks volumes about societal norms during that era. Soga Shohaku's "Lions at the Stone Bridge of Mount Tiantai" showcases fierce mythical creatures guarding sacred grounds. The artist's unconventional style adds drama and intensity to this vibrant composition. The "Owl on a Pine Branch" by Soga Nichokuan is both whimsical and mysterious. Its intricate details invite viewers into a world where animals hold symbolic significance beyond what meets the eye. "Hokusai's Wild Geese and Water" from 1839 captures movement frozen in time as geese soar above rippling waters. This iconic piece exemplifies Hokusai’s mastery over depicting natural landscapes with meticulous precision. Kintaro with Carp introduces us to a charming scene from the 19th century.