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Fri, Apr 17, 2026 01:00PM EDT
Lot 3360

Masano Kawakubo, Watercolor, Temple Gate

Estimate: $300 - $500

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Kawakubo Masano (late 19th/early 20th century): Architectural Scene.

Ink and color on paper, signed lower right “M. Kawakubo,” circa late 19th to early 20th century.

Depicting a temple or shrine complex rendered in careful architectural detail, with tiled roofs, carved wooden elements, and ornamental brackets, set within a landscaped setting, the composition characterized by controlled brushwork and a warm palette emphasizing structure, depth, and decorative surface. The work reflects a transitional style incorporating elements of Western perspective and naturalistic shading while retaining traditional Japanese subject matter and compositional clarity.

{Approximate dimensions: H 12 3/8 inches x W 19 1/2 inches (31.4 x 49.5 cm)}

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