This is a beautiful vintage Japanese mixed-metal artwork featuring a bird perched on a flowering plum tree branch, with clusters of blossoms and daffodil-like flowers below. The piece is executed with etched and inlaid metallic details in gold, silver, and bronze tones, creating a striking contrast and shimmer.

• Medium: Etched / engraved metal plate with applied gold, silver, and bronze tones

• Subject: Bird on plum blossom branch with flowers

• Signature: Artist’s signature in kanji on the upper right corner (see photos)

• Framing: Professionally framed and matted by A.P.F., Inc. (Framemakers & Conservators, New York City – showroom at the Carlyle Hotel, see label on back)

• Mat & Frame: Linen mat with wood frame, silvered with traces of red undertone

• Dimensions (approx.):

• Frame: 18.5” H × 18.5” W

• Artwork (visible plate): 10” H × 10” W

Condition:

Very good vintage condition. The artwork itself shows minor age wear consistent with its vintage nature. Frame and mat show light wear. Please review all photos for the most accurate condition description.

Provenance:

From a fine New York City estate. Custom framed by A.P.F., Inc., known for museum-quality framing and conservation.