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Dec. 28, 2024
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang dynasty Chinese general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758)
Est: $6,000 - $50,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien ?? ?? / Ryurikyo ??? (1704~1758) ? Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5 x 54 inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; ???: ???,: Gu? Z?yí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 July 9, 781), formally Prince Zh?ngw? of Fényáng (?????), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (??, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000 High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery
Nov. 17, 2024
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758)
Est: $5,000 - $10,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien 柳沢淇園 / Ryurikyo 柳里恭 (1704~1758) ： Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5” x 54” inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; 郭子儀: 郭子仪,: Guō Zǐyí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 – July 9, 781), formally Prince Zhōngwǔ of Fényáng (汾陽忠武王), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (華州, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000; High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery
Oct. 12, 2024
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang dynasty Chinese general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758)
Est: $6,000 - $50,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien ?? ?? / Ryurikyo ??? (1704~1758) ? Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5 x 54 inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; ???: ???,: Gu? Z?yí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 July 9, 781), formally Prince Zh?ngw? of Fényáng (?????), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (??, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000 High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery
Sep. 14, 2024
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758)
Est: $20,000 - $50,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien 柳沢淇園 / Ryurikyo 柳里恭 (1704~1758) ： Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5” x 54” inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; 郭子儀: 郭子仪,: Guō Zǐyí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 – July 9, 781), formally Prince Zhōngwǔ of Fényáng (汾陽忠武王), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (華州, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000; High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery
Aug. 03, 2024
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang dynasty Chinese general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758)
Est: $6,000 - $50,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien ?? ?? / Ryurikyo ??? (1704~1758) ? Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5 x 54 inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; ???: ???,: Gu? Z?yí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 July 9, 781), formally Prince Zh?ngw? of Fényáng (?????), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (??, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000 High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery
Jun. 22, 2024
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758)
Est: $20,000 - $50,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien 柳沢淇園 / Ryurikyo 柳里恭 (1704~1758) ： Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5” x 54” inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; 郭子儀: 郭子仪,: Guō Zǐyí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 – July 9, 781), formally Prince Zhōngwǔ of Fényáng (汾陽忠武王), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (華州, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000; High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery
Feb. 25, 2024
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758)
Est: $20,000 - $50,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien 柳沢淇園 / Ryurikyo 柳里恭 (1704~1758) ： Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5” x 54” inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; 郭子儀: 郭子仪,: Guō Zǐyí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 – July 9, 781), formally Prince Zhōngwǔ of Fényáng (汾陽忠武王), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (華州, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000; High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery
Jan. 14, 2024
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang dynasty Chinese general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758)
Est: $10,000 - $50,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien ?? ?? / Ryurikyo ??? (1704~1758) ? Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5 x 54 inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; ???: ???,: Gu? Z?yí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 July 9, 781), formally Prince Zh?ngw? of Fényáng (?????), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (??, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000 High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery
Dec. 02, 2023
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758)
Est: $20,000 - $50,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien 柳沢淇園 / Ryurikyo 柳里恭 (1704~1758) ： Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5” x 54” inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; 郭子儀: 郭子仪,: Guō Zǐyí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 – July 9, 781), formally Prince Zhōngwǔ of Fényáng (汾陽忠武王), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (華州, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000; High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery
Oct. 30, 2023
AFTER YANAGISAWA KIEN (1703-1758) Leisurely Gathering
Est: £1,000 - £1,500
AFTER YANAGISAWA KIEN (1703-1758) Leisurely Gathering Ink and colour on silk, signed, two seals, framed and glazed. 148.5cm x 83.5cm (58 1/2in x 32 7/8in).
Bonhams
Sep. 16, 2023
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758)
Est: $20,000 - $50,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien 柳沢淇園 / Ryurikyo 柳里恭 (1704~1758) ： Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5” x 54” inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; 郭子儀: 郭子仪,: Guō Zǐyí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 – July 9, 781), formally Prince Zhōngwǔ of Fényáng (汾陽忠武王), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (華州, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000; High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery
Jul. 29, 2023
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang dynasty Chinese general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758)
Est: $10,000 - $50,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien ?? ?? / Ryurikyo ??? (1704~1758) ? Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5 x 54 inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; ???: ???,: Gu? Z?yí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 July 9, 781), formally Prince Zh?ngw? of Fényáng (?????), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (??, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000 High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery
Jun. 24, 2023
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758)
Est: $20,000 - $50,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien 柳沢淇園 / Ryurikyo 柳里恭 (1704~1758) ： Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5” x 54” inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; 郭子儀: 郭子仪,: Guō Zǐyí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 – July 9, 781), formally Prince Zhōngwǔ of Fényáng (汾陽忠武王), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (華州, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000; High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery
May. 25, 2023
[Scrolls]. Kien, Yanagisawa (1706-1758). (Flower arrangement).
Est: €50 - €70
[Scrolls]. Kien, Yanagisawa (1706-1758). (Flower arrangement). Kakejiku (hanging scroll), handpainted on silk, within silk dec. borders, 113x42 cm. (image), 200x57 cm. (total size), signed with stamp, rolled on jikugi. - Scattered faded specks. Possibly a later copy. AND two others showing mountainous landscapes.
Bubb > Kuyper: Auctioneers of Books, Fine Arts & Manuscripts
May. 20, 2023
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang dynasty Chinese general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758)
Est: $10,000 - $50,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien ?? ?? / Ryurikyo ??? (1704~1758) ? Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5 x 54 inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; ???: ???,: Gu? Z?yí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 July 9, 781), formally Prince Zh?ngw? of Fényáng (?????), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (??, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000 High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery
Apr. 15, 2023
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758)
Est: $20,000 - $50,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien 柳沢淇園 / Ryurikyo 柳里恭 (1704~1758) ： Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5” x 54” inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; 郭子儀: 郭子仪,: Guō Zǐyí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 – July 9, 781), formally Prince Zhōngwǔ of Fényáng (汾陽忠武王), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (華州, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000; High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery
Feb. 19, 2023
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang dynasty Chinese general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758)
Est: $10,000 - $50,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien ?? ?? / Ryurikyo ??? (1704~1758) ? Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5 x 54 inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; ???: ???,: Gu? Z?yí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 July 9, 781), formally Prince Zh?ngw? of Fényáng (?????), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (??, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000 High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery
Jan. 15, 2023
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758)
Est: $20,000 - $50,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien 柳沢淇園 / Ryurikyo 柳里恭 (1704~1758) ： Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5” x 54” inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; 郭子儀: 郭子仪,: Guō Zǐyí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 – July 9, 781), formally Prince Zhōngwǔ of Fényáng (汾陽忠武王), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (華州, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000; High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery
Dec. 04, 2022
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang dynasty Chinese general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758)
Est: $10,000 - $50,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien ?? ?? / Ryurikyo ??? (1704~1758) ? Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5 x 54 inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; ???: ???,: Gu? Z?yí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 July 9, 781), formally Prince Zh?ngw? of Fényáng (?????), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (??, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000 High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery
Oct. 30, 2022
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758)
Est: $20,000 - $50,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien 柳沢淇園 / Ryurikyo 柳里恭 (1704~1758) ： Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5” x 54” inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; 郭子儀: 郭子仪,: Guō Zǐyí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 – July 9, 781), formally Prince Zhōngwǔ of Fényáng (汾陽忠武王), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (華州, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000; High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery
Sep. 25, 2022
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang dynasty Chinese general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758)
Est: $10,000 - $50,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien ?? ?? / Ryurikyo ??? (1704~1758) ? Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5 x 54 inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; ???: ???,: Gu? Z?yí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 July 9, 781), formally Prince Zh?ngw? of Fényáng (?????), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (??, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000 High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery
Aug. 14, 2022
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758)
Est: $20,000 - $50,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien 柳沢淇園 / Ryurikyo 柳里恭 (1704~1758) ： Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5” x 54” inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; 郭子儀: 郭子仪,: Guō Zǐyí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 – July 9, 781), formally Prince Zhōngwǔ of Fényáng (汾陽忠武王), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (華州, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000; High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery
Jun. 26, 2022
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang dynasty Chinese general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758)
Est: $10,000 - $50,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien ?? ?? / Ryurikyo ??? (1704~1758) ? Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5 x 54 inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; ???: ???,: Gu? Z?yí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 July 9, 781), formally Prince Zh?ngw? of Fényáng (?????), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (??, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000 High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery
May. 22, 2022
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758)
Est: $20,000 - $50,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien 柳沢淇園 / Ryurikyo 柳里恭 (1704~1758) ： Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5” x 54” inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; 郭子儀: 郭子仪,: Guō Zǐyí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 – July 9, 781), formally Prince Zhōngwǔ of Fényáng (汾陽忠武王), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (華州, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000; High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery
Apr. 10, 2022
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang dynasty Chinese general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758)
Est: $10,000 - $50,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien ?? ?? / Ryurikyo ??? (1704~1758) ? Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5 x 54 inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; ???: ???,: Gu? Z?yí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 July 9, 781), formally Prince Zh?ngw? of Fényáng (?????), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (??, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000 High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery
Feb. 20, 2022
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758)
Est: $20,000 - $50,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien 柳沢淇園 / Ryurikyo 柳里恭 (1704~1758) ： Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5” x 54” inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; 郭子儀: 郭子仪,: Guō Zǐyí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 – July 9, 781), formally Prince Zhōngwǔ of Fényáng (汾陽忠武王), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (華州, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000; High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery
Jan. 09, 2022
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang dynasty Chinese general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758)
Est: $10,000 - $50,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien ?? ?? / Ryurikyo ??? (1704~1758) ? Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5 x 54 inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; ???: ???,: Gu? Z?yí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 July 9, 781), formally Prince Zh?ngw? of Fényáng (?????), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (??, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000 High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery
Dec. 14, 2021
YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758) Peonies and a golden pheasant Hanging scroll;
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758) Peonies and a golden pheasant Hanging scroll; ink and color on silk 48 7/8 x 22 1/2 in. (124.1 x 57.2 cm.)
Christie's
Nov. 28, 2021
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758)
Est: $20,000 - $50,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien 柳沢淇園 / Ryurikyo 柳里恭 (1704~1758) ： Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5” x 54” inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; 郭子儀: 郭子仪,: Guō Zǐyí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 – July 9, 781), formally Prince Zhōngwǔ of Fényáng (汾陽忠武王), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (華州, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000; High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery
Oct. 24, 2021
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang dynasty Chinese general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758)
Est: $10,000 - $50,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien ?? ?? / Ryurikyo ??? (1704~1758) ? Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5 x 54 inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; ???: ???,: Gu? Z?yí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 July 9, 781), formally Prince Zh?ngw? of Fényáng (?????), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (??, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000 High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery
Sep. 12, 2021
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758)
Est: $20,000 - $50,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien 柳沢淇園 / Ryurikyo 柳里恭 (1704~1758) ： Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5” x 54” inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; 郭子儀: 郭子仪,: Guō Zǐyí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 – July 9, 781), formally Prince Zhōngwǔ of Fényáng (汾陽忠武王), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (華州, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000; High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery
Aug. 01, 2021
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang dynasty Chinese general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758)
Est: $10,000 - $50,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien ?? ?? / Ryurikyo ??? (1704~1758) ? Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5 x 54 inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; ???: ???,: Gu? Z?yí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 July 9, 781), formally Prince Zh?ngw? of Fényáng (?????), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (??, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000 High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery
Jun. 27, 2021
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758)
Est: $20,000 - $50,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien 柳沢淇園 / Ryurikyo 柳里恭 (1704~1758) ： Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5” x 54” inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; 郭子儀: 郭子仪,: Guō Zǐyí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 – July 9, 781), formally Prince Zhōngwǔ of Fényáng (汾陽忠武王), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (華州, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000; High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery
May. 16, 2021
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang dynasty Chinese general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758)
Est: $10,000 - $50,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien ?? ?? / Ryurikyo ??? (1704~1758) ? Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5 x 54 inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; ???: ???,: Gu? Z?yí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 July 9, 781), formally Prince Zh?ngw? of Fényáng (?????), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (??, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000 High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery
Apr. 04, 2021
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758)
Est: $15,000 - $30,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien 柳沢淇園 / Ryurikyo 柳里恭 (1704~1758) ： Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5” x 54” inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; 郭子儀: 郭子仪,: Guō Zǐyí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 – July 9, 781), formally Prince Zhōngwǔ of Fényáng (汾陽忠武王), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (華州, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000 High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery
Feb. 27, 2021
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang dynasty Chinese general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758)
Est: $10,000 - $50,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien ?? ?? / Ryurikyo ??? (1704~1758) ? Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5 x 54 inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; ???: ???,: Gu? Z?yí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 July 9, 781), formally Prince Zh?ngw? of Fényáng (?????), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (??, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000 High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery
Jan. 09, 2021
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758)
Est: $15,000 - $30,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien 柳沢淇園 / Ryurikyo 柳里恭 (1704~1758) ： Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5” x 54” inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; 郭子儀: 郭子仪,: Guō Zǐyí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 – July 9, 781), formally Prince Zhōngwǔ of Fényáng (汾陽忠武王), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (華州, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000 High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery
Nov. 29, 2020
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang dynasty Chinese general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758)
Est: $10,000 - $50,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien ?? ?? / Ryurikyo ??? (1704~1758) ? Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5 x 54 inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; ???: ???,: Gu? Z?yí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 July 9, 781), formally Prince Zh?ngw? of Fényáng (?????), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (??, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000 High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery
Nov. 01, 2020
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758)
Est: $15,000 - $30,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien 柳沢淇園 / Ryurikyo 柳里恭 (1704~1758) ： Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5” x 54” inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; 郭子儀: 郭子仪,: Guō Zǐyí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 – July 9, 781), formally Prince Zhōngwǔ of Fényáng (汾陽忠武王), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (華州, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000 High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery
Oct. 03, 2020
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang dynasty Chinese general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758)
Est: $10,000 - $50,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien ?? ?? / Ryurikyo ??? (1704~1758) ? Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5 x 54 inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; ???: ???,: Gu? Z?yí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 July 9, 781), formally Prince Zh?ngw? of Fényáng (?????), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (??, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000 High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery
Aug. 29, 2020
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758)
Est: $15,000 - $30,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien 柳沢淇園 / Ryurikyo 柳里恭 (1704~1758) ： Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5” x 54” inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; 郭子儀: 郭子仪,: Guō Zǐyí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 – July 9, 781), formally Prince Zhōngwǔ of Fényáng (汾陽忠武王), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (華州, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000 High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery
Jul. 25, 2020
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang dynasty Chinese general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758)
Est: $10,000 - $50,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien ?? ?? / Ryurikyo ??? (1704~1758) ? Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5 x 54 inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; ???: ???,: Gu? Z?yí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 July 9, 781), formally Prince Zh?ngw? of Fényáng (?????), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (??, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000 High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery
Jun. 21, 2020
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758)
Est: $15,000 - $30,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien 柳沢淇園 / Ryurikyo 柳里恭 (1704~1758) ： Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5” x 54” inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; 郭子儀: 郭子仪,: Guō Zǐyí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 – July 9, 781), formally Prince Zhōngwǔ of Fényáng (汾陽忠武王), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (華州, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000 High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery
May. 16, 2020
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang dynasty Chinese general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758)
Est: $10,000 - $50,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien ?? ?? / Ryurikyo ??? (1704~1758) ? Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5 x 54 inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; ???: ???,: Gu? Z?yí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 July 9, 781), formally Prince Zh?ngw? of Fényáng (?????), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (??, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000 High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery
Feb. 01, 2020
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang dynasty Chinese general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758)
Est: $10,000 - $50,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien ?? ?? / Ryurikyo ??? (1704~1758) ? Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5 x 54 inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; ???: ???,: Gu? Z?yí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 July 9, 781), formally Prince Zh?ngw? of Fényáng (?????), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (??, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000 High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery
Nov. 10, 2019
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758)
Est: $15,000 - $30,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO 柳里恭/ YANAGISAWA KIEN 柳沢淇園 (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien 柳沢淇園 / Ryurikyo 柳里恭 (1704~1758) ： Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5” x 54” inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; 郭子儀: 郭子仪,: Guō Zǐyí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 – July 9, 781), formally Prince Zhōngwǔ of Fényáng (汾陽忠武王), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (華州, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000 High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery
Sep. 09, 2019
Attributed to Yanagisawa Kien (Japanese, 1703-1758) Landscape, Edo Period Handin
Est: $800 - $1,200
Attributed to Yanagisawa Kien (Japanese, 1703-1758) Landscape, Edo Period Handing scroll, ink and color on silk 48-1/2 x 19-5/8 inches (123.2 x 49.8 cm) (work) 83-1/2 x 27-3/4 inches (212.1 x 70.5 cm) (overall) Signed, with five red seals of the artist ESTATE OF SUMI MIYAZAWA HARADA, PIEDMONT, CA HID01801242017
Heritage Auctions
Sep. 08, 2019
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang dynasty Chinese general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758)
Est: $10,000 - $50,000
Magnificent museum Japanese scroll: "Tang general Guo Ziyi", by RYURIKYO YANAGISAWA KIEN (1704-1758) Monumental, magnificent, museum quality, antique historical hanging scroll painting of the aging general Guo Ziyi (with his family) from Tang dynasty. Biography of the artist: Yanagisawa Kien ?? ?? / Ryurikyo ??? (1704~1758) ? Kien was born in Edo, and raised with a special education and martial arts. He's already knew the way of painting from Kano-ha when he was 8 years old, and he learned the way of Chinese painting when he was 12 years old. He was famous for multi-talented and he was the master of at least 16 kinds such as Tea ceremony, playing koto, medicine, fencing, javelin, horse riding, etc, which make people to call him genius. He found painting talent of Ikeno Taiga and taught him the way of Chinese painting. His pseudonyms are Chikukei, Gyokukei, Kienshujin, Kien, Ryurikyo, Ryushikobi, etc... Primary Material = Silk. Technique = Hand painted. Roller Ends = Wood Condition = Refer to all photos, there are stains and wrinkles overall, damage, some damage in the mounting. Size of the scroll: 92.7 cm x 207 cm = 36.5" x 81.4" inches; Size of the art painting only: 63 cm x 138 cm = 32.5 x 54 inches Length of the wooden bar: 103.7 cm = 41 inches; References: Biography of the Tang general Guo Ziyi Guo Ziyi (Kuo Tzu-i; ???: ???,: Gu? Z?yí,: Kuo1 Tzu3-i2) (697 July 9, 781), formally Prince Zh?ngw? of Fényáng (?????), was the Tang dynasty general who ended the An Lushan Rebellion and participated in expeditions against the Uyghur Khaganate) and Tibetan Empire. He was regarded as one of the most powerful Tang generals before and after the Anshi Rebellion. After his death he was immortalized in Chinese mythology as the God of Wealth and Happiness (Lu Star of Fu Lu Shou). Guo Ziyi was a reportedly a Nestorian Christian. Guo Ziyi was born into the family of a middle-class civil servant in Hua Prefecture (??, present-day Hua County in Shaanxi). Around 735 Guo Ziyi was saved from a court martial by the poet Li Bai, who intervened on his behalf with the local commander. Unlike other members of his family, Guo Ziyi entered political life through the official military examinations instead of a literary exam (for civil servants). He passed the military examinations in 749 and became an officer in the border regions of the Tang Empire and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Jiedushi (regional military governor). Low estimate: $10,000 High estimate: $50,000
Eternity Gallery