title: japanese gold folding screen – mounted samurai warriors – three-panel byobu - Japan - 20th century
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Japanese gold folding screen byobu, three-panel, late 20th century, showing two mounted samurai in dynamic scenes with a gold surface and black linework; approx 43 cm high, 28 cm per panel, in good condition with a small puncture on the reverse, includes original storage box.
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a decorative japanese folding screen featuring two mounted samurai warriors depicted in dynamic historical scenes.
the screen consists of three folding panels and has a brilliant gold-toned surface with finely drawn black linework. one side shows an armored samurai riding through stylized waves beneath a pine tree, while the other scene depicts a mounted warrior moving at speed beneath a large tree.
the combination of gold background, traditional warrior imagery and black lacquer-style framing gives the screen a strong decorative presence. the border is finished with patterned textile, and the outer edges are enhanced with gold-colored metal fittings.
the reverse is decorated with repeated traditional japanese crests and motifs in green and orange tones over a pale crackle-pattern background.
the original storage box is included.
estimated period:
late 20th century. the exact production year and maker cannot be confirmed from the photographs.
dimensions:
* height: approx. 43 cm
* width per panel: approx. 28 cm
* three-panel folding construction
contents:
* folding screen
* original storage box
condition:
overall in good vintage condition.
the front gold-toned surface retains strong color and visual appeal, with no major areas of peeling or severe fading visible in the photographs.
the black frame remains glossy, and the folding joints appear functional and stable.
there is a visible puncture / small hole on part of the reverse surface, reportedly caused when removing the screen from its box.
the storage box shows age-related wear, discoloration and handling marks.
please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the condition description.
keywords:
byobu, screen, samurai, warrior, japan, japanese, gold, folding, lacquer, armor, horse, traditional, interior, decorative, vintage, crest, pine, battle, historical, art
a decorative japanese folding screen featuring two mounted samurai warriors depicted in dynamic historical scenes.
the screen consists of three folding panels and has a brilliant gold-toned surface with finely drawn black linework. one side shows an armored samurai riding through stylized waves beneath a pine tree, while the other scene depicts a mounted warrior moving at speed beneath a large tree.
the combination of gold background, traditional warrior imagery and black lacquer-style framing gives the screen a strong decorative presence. the border is finished with patterned textile, and the outer edges are enhanced with gold-colored metal fittings.
the reverse is decorated with repeated traditional japanese crests and motifs in green and orange tones over a pale crackle-pattern background.
the original storage box is included.
estimated period:
late 20th century. the exact production year and maker cannot be confirmed from the photographs.
dimensions:
* height: approx. 43 cm
* width per panel: approx. 28 cm
* three-panel folding construction
contents:
* folding screen
* original storage box
condition:
overall in good vintage condition.
the front gold-toned surface retains strong color and visual appeal, with no major areas of peeling or severe fading visible in the photographs.
the black frame remains glossy, and the folding joints appear functional and stable.
there is a visible puncture / small hole on part of the reverse surface, reportedly caused when removing the screen from its box.
the storage box shows age-related wear, discoloration and handling marks.
please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the condition description.
keywords:
byobu, screen, samurai, warrior, japan, japanese, gold, folding, lacquer, armor, horse, traditional, interior, decorative, vintage, crest, pine, battle, historical, art
Details
Dynastic Style/Period
20th century
Number of objects
1
Country of Origin
Japan
Title of artwork
title: japanese gold folding screen – mounted samurai warriors – three-panel byobu
Condition
Good condition
Authenticity
Original/official
