Freestanding screen 衝立 (tsuitate) with plum design - Wood, Burned cypress wood - Japan - Taishō period (1912-1926)
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Taishō-period freestanding tsuitate screen from Japan in burned cypress wood, signed and original, with a polychrome lacquer plum design, measuring 99.2 cm high by 116.8 cm wide and 35 cm deep, not detachable from its base, and in excellent condition.
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A distinctive freestanding screen 衝立 (tsuitate) in burned cypress wood, decorated in polychrome lacquer with crossing branches of white and pink plum blossoms 梅 (ume).
The broad panel has gently flaring sides and double-lobed upper corners, supported on two substantial wooden feet. The scorched surface accentuates the flowing grain, creating a richly textured ground in warm brown tones.
The reverse is undecorated, displaying the pronounced grain of the cypress. The screen and its base are not detachable.
Period: Japan – Taishô period (1912–1926).
Dimensions:
Height 99.2 cm, Width 116.8 cm, Depth 35 cm.
In very good condition, with signs of age and light surface wear. Please refer to the photographs for a clear impression of the condition.
When shipped, a certificate of authenticity will be included.
Seller's Story
Since 1996, Japanese Antique Store has been importing Japanese antiques directly from Japan.
We travel several times a year through Japan and visit auctions, shows, dealers, and collectors.
Besides our physical store in Amsterdam, we are also active on Catawiki. We specialize in Samoeraipantser (Yoroi) and objects, lacquerware, screens, paintings, Buddhist images, and many more Japanese artifacts!
Translated by Google TranslateA distinctive freestanding screen 衝立 (tsuitate) in burned cypress wood, decorated in polychrome lacquer with crossing branches of white and pink plum blossoms 梅 (ume).
The broad panel has gently flaring sides and double-lobed upper corners, supported on two substantial wooden feet. The scorched surface accentuates the flowing grain, creating a richly textured ground in warm brown tones.
The reverse is undecorated, displaying the pronounced grain of the cypress. The screen and its base are not detachable.
Period: Japan – Taishô period (1912–1926).
Dimensions:
Height 99.2 cm, Width 116.8 cm, Depth 35 cm.
In very good condition, with signs of age and light surface wear. Please refer to the photographs for a clear impression of the condition.
When shipped, a certificate of authenticity will be included.
Seller's Story
Since 1996, Japanese Antique Store has been importing Japanese antiques directly from Japan.
We travel several times a year through Japan and visit auctions, shows, dealers, and collectors.
Besides our physical store in Amsterdam, we are also active on Catawiki. We specialize in Samoeraipantser (Yoroi) and objects, lacquerware, screens, paintings, Buddhist images, and many more Japanese artifacts!
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Dynastic Style/Period
Taishō period (1912-1926)
Number of objects
1
Country of Origin
Japan
Attribution
Signed
Material
Burned cypress wood, Wood
Height
99.2 cm
Width
116.8 cm
Title of artwork
Freestanding screen 衝立 (tsuitate) with plum design
Depth
35 cm
Condition
Excellent condition
Authenticity
Original/official
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