Reptile Scroll Japan. Meiji period. 180ââ long (430cm) A remarkably well painted four meter scroll, depicting groups of Crustacea including various shrimp species, crayfish and crabs. Reptiles, turtles, a snake and a glorious fat Cane toad. Insects, such as butterflies and hornets, among aquatic flowers and plants. Finely painted on silk and backed on mulberry paper. Brandt











