A kakemono (hanging scroll) by Suda Kokuta (1906-1990) with calligraphy ‘Dōkoku’ (Lamentation).

Ink on paper.

Signed and dated: Koku 1988.

Japan, 20th century, Showa period.

Seal: Kokuta.

Dimensions:

Scroll: H. 172cm x W. 73 cm (67¾” x 28¾”)

Calligraphy: H. 121 x W. 61 cm (47¾” x 24¼”)

Provenance: Private collection, Osaka, Japan.