A gold leaf and gold sand six-panel folding screen byōbu (屏風) with cranes and bamboo - Paper, Gold leaf - Japan - Edo period (1850 ca.)
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A Japanese Edo period byōbu folding screen, six panels, painted on paper with gold leaf and gold sand, depicting three red-crowned cranes in a coastal landscape with bamboo and waves, measuring 361 cm wide by 175 cm high with a depth of 2 cm, finished with silk borders and a lacquered wooden frame, in good condition and accompanied by an original certificate of authenticity.
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A Japanese six-panel folding screen (byōbu), painted on paper and embellished with gold leaf and gold sand, depicting three red-crowned cranes (tanchō-zuru) in a coastal landscape.
The cranes are depicted standing on rocky outcrops surrounded by waves, while a group of turtles gathers on another rock amid the sea foam. On the right, tall bamboo stalks frame the composition.
Stylized waves flow rhythmically across the landscape, while broad golden clouds articulate the background. The gold leaf and gold sand illuminate the surface, creating a refined contrast with the darker tones of the rocks, waves, and bamboo.
In Japanese tradition, both cranes and turtles are associated with longevity, reinforcing the auspicious character of the composition.
The screen is finished with silk borders and a lacquered wooden frame.
The screen can also be easily mounted on a wall or used as a room divider.
Byōbu (屏風), literally “wind protection screens,” are traditional Japanese folding screens originally created to divide spaces and today appreciated above all as striking wall-mounted paintings.
--- The byobu is in good condition, with minor wear consistent with age and wear to the lacquered frame. Please refer to the pictures for further details.
The item will be carefully packed and shipped accompanied by the original certificate of authenticity issued by Mastromauro Japanese art gallery based in Milan, Italy.
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Seller's Story
Mastromauro Arte Giapponese, based in Milan, specializes in Japanese art, with particular attention to the Edo (1603–1868) and Meiji (1868–1912) periods, while also maintaining an open perspective on more contemporary works.
Here on Catawiki, they offer a part of their collection in every weekly auction.
Translated by Google TranslateA Japanese six-panel folding screen (byōbu), painted on paper and embellished with gold leaf and gold sand, depicting three red-crowned cranes (tanchō-zuru) in a coastal landscape.
The cranes are depicted standing on rocky outcrops surrounded by waves, while a group of turtles gathers on another rock amid the sea foam. On the right, tall bamboo stalks frame the composition.
Stylized waves flow rhythmically across the landscape, while broad golden clouds articulate the background. The gold leaf and gold sand illuminate the surface, creating a refined contrast with the darker tones of the rocks, waves, and bamboo.
In Japanese tradition, both cranes and turtles are associated with longevity, reinforcing the auspicious character of the composition.
The screen is finished with silk borders and a lacquered wooden frame.
The screen can also be easily mounted on a wall or used as a room divider.
Byōbu (屏風), literally “wind protection screens,” are traditional Japanese folding screens originally created to divide spaces and today appreciated above all as striking wall-mounted paintings.
--- The byobu is in good condition, with minor wear consistent with age and wear to the lacquered frame. Please refer to the pictures for further details.
The item will be carefully packed and shipped accompanied by the original certificate of authenticity issued by Mastromauro Japanese art gallery based in Milan, Italy.
941
Seller's Story
Mastromauro Arte Giapponese, based in Milan, specializes in Japanese art, with particular attention to the Edo (1603–1868) and Meiji (1868–1912) periods, while also maintaining an open perspective on more contemporary works.
Here on Catawiki, they offer a part of their collection in every weekly auction.
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Dynastic Style/Period
Edo period (1850 ca.)
Country of Origin
Japan
Material
Gold leaf, Paper
Height
175 cm
Width
361 cm
Title of artwork
A gold leaf and gold sand six-panel folding screen byōbu (屏風) with cranes and bamboo
Depth
2 cm
Condition
Good condition
Authenticity
Original/official
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