A finely executed picture scroll, measuring 374 x 14,900 mm., on mica paper, backed, ink & Japanese pigments. Late Meiji or early Taisho by FLOWERS, PLANTS, & TREES: PICTURE SCROLL

A most attractive picture scroll, containing a series of finely drawn studies, almost all finished, of various flowers, plants, and tree branches. The only evidence of the name of the accomplished artist, who has exhibited here a fine technique, is illegible. At the beginning of the scroll, there is a mounted sheet of paper where it is written that the subjects include flowers and vegetables. The first illustrations depict a series of pine branches with short and then long pine needles, followed by a dramatic rendering of the paperplant (this has been illegibly signed by the artist). Next, we have a very long illustration of the gladiolus with wonderful orange flowers. This is followed by the Chinese bellflower with various studies of the flowers. Next are mountain lilies, with studies of white and orange flowers. Then we have a really charming depiction of the eggplant with its flower and bearing an adorable small eggplant. Following are fine renderings of the morning glory with several studies of the flower through the day. Then we have a lily with depictions of the flowers in full bloom and shriveled up. We now see branches of a tree with red berries. Towards the end we have a pussy willow with their furry catkins. Next, is a wisteria with numerous studies of the flowers. This is followed by a geranium in full bloom, hydrangea, daffodils, more wisteria (with more studies of the flowers), and a long vine plant. Finally there are drawings of bamboo shoots, lotus roots, and another eggplant. In fine condition and very beautiful.