Byōbu folding screen - Silk, Paper, Wood - Japan - 6 Panel Kacho-ga Screen

Short description of the item and its origin
This charming Japanese six-panel folding screen (Byobu, 六曲屏风) features hand-painted bird-and-flower paintings (Kacho-ga) on paper in polychrome pigments with black ink, signed by the renowned artist Nagasaka Unzai (長坂雲在 / 雲在仙史). Each of the six panels highlights a distinct natural motif, combining seasonal blossoms—such as plum blossoms, peonies, and chrysanthemums—with delicately depicted songbirds perched among rocks and branches. Each painting is inscribed with elegant calligraphy and stamped with red artist seals, beautifully framed with pattern-brocaded silk borders and a dark wooden frame.

Collector’s Value & Benefits
Complete Six-Panel Narrative: Offers six distinct yet harmonious seasonal bird-and-flower vignettes by Nagasaka Unzai, presenting a rich display of traditional Japanese natural iconography.

Fine Ink & Color Technique: Demonstrates refined brushwork with vivid color pigments on paper, accented by authentic poetic calligraphic inscriptions and seals.

Sophisticated Decorative Appeal: Its compact height of 139.5 cm makes it versatile for contemporary interior displays, providing an ideal Asian art focal point for tea rooms, studios, or living spaces.

Dimensions (in cm)
139.5 cm (Height) × 47.5 cm (Width per panel) × 10 cm (Folded depth)

Weight (in grams)
25000 g

Shipping method
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