Poem by Ki no Tsurayuki (ca. 872–945) on Decorated Paper with Cherry Blossoms 1621 - 1687

This hanging scroll by Ogata Sōken, a prominent Japanese artist of the Edo period, showcases a poem by Ki no Tsurayuki, a renowned poet of the Heian period. The calligraphy, executed in elegant black ink on a gold-flecked background, evokes the beauty of nature, likely referencing the fleeting blossoms of cherry trees. The scroll's decorative blue-green mounting with floral patterns adds to its visual appeal and enhances its role as a treasured art object.