Ink Wash Painting of Rearing Horse on Silk

This item is an ink wash painting depicting a rearing horse, executed on a piece of silk fabric, and presented within a mat board. The dominant colors are black and various shades of grey for the horse, contrasted against the light tan or beige color of the silk background. The horse is dynamically rendered, with its front legs raised high and its body slightly contorted, suggesting movement and power. The ink wash technique creates a fluid and expressive quality, with visible brushstrokes contributing to the texture and form of the horse. The silk material provides a subtle sheen and fine, visible weave, which adds to the artwork's delicate appearance. The painting is framed by a thin, dark inner border, possibly an ink line or a very thin mat, and then by a wider, off-white or cream-colored mat board, indicating it was prepared for framing or presentation. There appears to be a red stamp or seal (chop mark) in the lower left quadrant of the painting, which is characteristic of traditional East Asian artwork and signifies the artist's signature or studio. The overall condition appears good, with no obvious tears, creases, or significant discoloration visible on the silk or the painting itself from the provided image, though detailed inspection would be needed to confirm. The edges of the mat board also appear clean. The style suggests an East Asian, likely Chinese or Japanese, origin, possibly from the mid to late 20th century given the mounting style and lack of heavy aging seen in the visible areas.