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Description
This is a beautiful vintage Japanese three-piece hanging scroll set, known as a Kakejiku Sans幅対 / three-scroll set.
The original storage case is labeled:
高砂三幅対 – “Takasago Sanpukutsui” / Takasago Three Hanging Scroll Set
The set consists of three traditional Japanese compositions featuring auspicious motifs associated with longevity, harmony, happiness, and good fortune.
The central scroll depicts an elderly couple traditionally associated with the celebrated Japanese theme of Takasago, accompanied by pine, plum blossoms, birds, the sea, and the rising sun.
Size
- Height: 184 cm (72.4 in)
- Width: 61 cm (24.0 in)
The side scrolls feature:
* Elegant cranes beneath a pine tree* Tortoises near flowing water and plum blossoms
Size
- Height: 183 cm (72.0 in)
- Width: 33 cm (13.0 in)
The Takasago theme is one of Japan’s most famous symbols of marital harmony, longevity, and a happy life together. It is traditionally connected with an elderly couple who represent enduring love and a harmonious marriage.
Cranes and tortoises are also classic Japanese symbols of longevity and good fortune. Pine represents endurance and long life, while plum blossoms symbolize renewal, perseverance, and the arrival of spring.
Together, these three scrolls create a highly auspicious display associated with:
* Longevity* Happy marriage* Family harmony* Prosperity* Good fortune* Celebration* New beginnings
The warm, elegant colors and traditional textile mounting make this set especially suitable for Japanese-style interiors, tea rooms, restaurants, hotels, traditional homes, wedding displays, or collections of Japanese art.
All three scrolls are stored together in the original wooden storage box, with decorative hanging tassels/accessories included as shown in the photographs.
Details:
* Traditional Japanese Kakejiku set* Three hanging scrolls* Title: 高砂三幅対 (Takasago Sanpukutsui)* Central motif: Takasago elderly couple* Side motifs: Cranes, tortoises, pine, plum blossoms, water* Traditional auspicious Japanese symbolism* Original wooden storage box included* Hanging tassels/accessories included* Vintage Japanese item
Condition:
This is a vintage/pre-owned set and shows signs of age and storage, including stains, discoloration, spotting, creases, wear, and other age-related imperfections.
Please carefully examine all photographs, as they form an important part of the description and show the actual condition of the items.
A beautiful and meaningful set of traditional Japanese hanging scrolls featuring classic symbols of longevity, marital harmony, happiness, and good fortune.
