【Important notes】 ・International Buyers: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility. ・Please check with your country’s customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying. These duties are paid to your country's customs office and not to us. Prompt payment of these fees is necessary to ensure delivery of your item. 【Product details】 A stunning six-panel byobu screen that showcases a reproduction of the famous “Red and White Plum Blossoms” by the esteemed Edo period artist, Ogata Kōrin. This folding screen is an homage to Kōrin's masterpiece, originally designated as a National Treasure of Japan. The front panels are adorned with lavish gold leaf, bringing to life the intricate beauty of plum blossoms—a testament to the Rinpa school of painting's enduring legacy. The back of the screen features a sleek black lacquer finish, while the creator of this particular reproduction remains unknown. Ogata Kōrin (1658-1716) is a legendary Japanese painter and artisan whose work is synonymous with the Rinpa aesthetic. Born into a Kyoto-based kimono merchant family, he was deeply influenced by the opulent patterns of textiles, combining them with techniques from Kano school ink paintings and Yamato-e to create a distinctive, innovative style. This screen exhibits signs of aging, including wear, stains, discoloration, scratches, a small chip in one of the wooden corners, minor lacquer chips, and a part of the lacquer is cracked and lifting up —details that are visible in the photographs provided. Shipping will utilize FedEx's heavy item special discounted service. Availability of this service varies depending on the timing of use and the availability of FedEx, as well as the municipality of the destination. If the service is not available, shipping will be through regular service, and additional shipping fees will apply. I kindly ask for your understanding and acceptance. Dimensions: approx. H 119 cm W 189 cm D 2 cm Thickness When Folded:16.5 cm ・Please make sure to review all the provided information and images before placing your bid. ・We make every effort to accurately represent the product's colors and textures in our photos. However, due to differences in monitors and device displays, as well as photographic conditions, slight color variations between the photos and the actual product may occur. We ask for your understanding in advance. Thank you for your interest, and happy bidding!