Lot #72: "Eyes of the Willow" – Original 1997 Sumi-e & Watercolor Painting by Erbe

"Eyes of the Willow" – Original 1997 Sumi-e & Watercolor Painting by Erbe This is a beautiful, pre-owned original Sumi-e and watercolor painting titled "Eyes of the Willow" by the artist Erbe, dated May 1997. The artwork captures a serene landscape featuring a willow tree by a bridge and water, presented in a professional frame with a deep green mat and gold-toned trim. As this piece is from 1997, it shows light signs of age consistent with a vintage item, but it remains in good condition and ready for display. Title: Eyes of the Willow Artist: Erbe (Contemporary Canadian-Asian Fusion Artist) Date Created: May 1997 Medium: Watercolor, Ink, and Wash on Paper (Traditional Sumi-e Style) Framed Dimensions: 22.25" x 18.25" Condition: Excellent vintage condition; beautifully preserved under glass. Description Up for auction is a captivating original watercolor and ink painting titled "Eyes of the Willow." Created in May 1997 by the artist Erbe, this piece is a beautiful example of the East Asian Sumi-e (ink wash) tradition practiced by a contemporary Western hand. The artwork features a large, highly expressive weeping willow tree dominating the riverbank. Its gnarled trunk is detailed with bold, dark "eyes" or hollows, contrasted by the soft, sweeping motion of delicate green branches. In the background, simple line-work depicts small sailboats on a tranquil body of water under distant, rolling mountains. A traditional footbridge and rocky shoreline anchor the foreground, perfectly capturing a serene and balanced natural landscape. Signature & Authentication Details Front Markings: Features three distinct, hand-stamped red artist seals (chops). Signed by the artist in ink as "Erbe / May / 97". Back Provenance: The reverse side includes the artist's original taped business card and title strip, verifying the title, medium, and signature style, along with a historical Southern Ontario (905) regional phone number. Framing & Display This piece comes ready to hang in a premium, professional gallery presentation. It is encased in a classic gold-toned wood frame and enhanced by a striking double-matting design featuring an inner maroon border and an outer forest green mat Pickup at Yonge Street and Steeles Avenue Dimensions: 22.25" x 18.25" Pickup category timeslot {A}