Fantastic large Japanese silk scroll painting "Dancing Carps" by Akimitsu Sataka (佐高 秋光). Signed by the artist: “Akimitsu (秋光)” and sealed. Watercolor and ink on silk. Beautifully mounted on silk. Lacquered brown wood roller. Silk over paper on back. Comes in original signed wooden case. Japan, late Showa to early Heisei Era, circa 1980-1990s. Excellent condition - minimal age wear, minimal foxing and staining, some tanning on silk back, clean. This scroll can be trimmed and framed. Overall: 23.20"W x 1.05"D x 73.75"H Painting with silk border: 20.90"W x 51.50"H Painting without the border: 16.20"W x 41.20"H Wooden Case: 24.10"W x 3"D x 3"H In Japanese cultures Koi Fish (carp) is a symbol of perseverance, success, and professional advancement. It is based on the legend that a carp that swims upstream and leaps over the 'Dragon Gate' will transform into a dragon. It is a beautiful example of Nihonga (traditional Japanese-style painting), often displayed to bring good fortune and courage to a household.