Pine Tree, Bamboos, and Plum Blossoms 

Pine trees, bamboos, and plum blossoms form an auspicious trio in Japanese art. Pines symbolize longevity as they keep their green leaves throughout winter, while tough, fast-growing bamboos represent robust growth. As the first to bloom in early spring, plum blossoms signify brilliant vitality. They are all associated with good fortune in the New Year.

Cultural property designation

Quantity

Artist

By Tatebayashi Kagei (dates unknown)

Period/Century

Edo period, 18th century

Country/Origin

Excavation site

Material

Color and gold leaf on paper

Size

Inscriptions

Donor

Collection reference no.

A-11154

Genre

Painting

Category

Paintings, sketches, and prints > Japan > Early modern paintings