Kōichi Takeuchi’s monumental paintingGen (The Dark Gibbon)centers on the anciently revered black gibbon, known asGenenin classical tradition. At the lower portion of the composition, the gibbon sits quietly before a tree with willow-like branches, adorned with small, warm-colored fruits that hang one by one. Its posture exudes composure, yet the piercing gaze and elongated claws reveal a latent power ready to strike.
The black fur is rendered with painstaking precision—not soft and delicate, but with a dense, armor-like weight that enhances the animal’s formidable presence. Takeuchi’s sharp eye, cultivated underKayō Yamaguchi, shines through in this work, which fuses the classical lineage of Nihonga animal painting with a vivid, modern vitality.
Artist
Kouichi Takeuchi
Title
Gen (The Dark Gibbon)
Size
116.7㎝×72.9㎝
Frame Size
136.8㎝×92.8㎝
Year of Creation
Technique
Nihonga (Japanese style Painting)
Materials
Mineral pigments , India ink on Paper
Condition
A (Excellence)
Frame
Equipped
Storage Condition
B(Gently aged)
Shipping / Packing Details
Co-signed Label
Provenance
Shipping / Packing Details
Courier delivery, securely packaged in a custom box
Condition The condition of each artwork, frame, and related accessories is described using the following grading:
S (Mint / Unused)– In pristine condition, as new. A (Excellent)– Well-preserved, with no noticeable imperfections. B (Good)– Gently aged, showing light signs of handling or time. C (Fair)– Evident signs of age and character, with visible imperfections. D (Displayable)– In displayable condition; flaws are present, and restoration or replacement may be considered.
