Folding screen with deities Benzaiten & Jurôjin - Lacquered wood, Paper, Gold leaf - Japan - Taishō period (1912-1926)
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Original Taishō-period six-panel byōbu folding screen from Japan, depicting Benzaiten and Jurōjin on a treasure-ship boat, with gold leaf and gofun detailing and a black lacquered frame; rests in excellent condition and includes a certificate of authenticity.
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An impressive tall six-panel byôbu 屏風 (folding screen) depicting Benzaiten and Jurôjin aboard a boat.
The composition presents an auspicious variation on the takarabune 宝船 (treasure ship) theme, showing two of the Seven Lucky Gods 七福神 (Shichifukujin) emerging from behind a rock formation crowned by a large pine tree 松 (matsu).
A boat glides across the water, carrying Benzaiten 弁才天 and Jurôjin 寿老人. Benzaiten, clad in richly coloured robes, is shown seated while playing the biwa lute. Her hair is arranged in a refined updo, adorned with an elaborate phoenix crown. Her pale complexion is softly highlighted with delicate blush. Opposite her sits Jurôjin, sun browned skin, dressed in scholar’s robes and wearing a black cap with subtle ornamentation, listening attentively.
Executed in colour and ink on gold leaf, with details enriched in low-relief gofun (shell paste). The painting is bordered by a slender ecru inner band and a broad navy-blue outer band, and set within a black lacquered wooden frame fitted with protective gilt metal hardware.
Period:
Japan – Taishô period (1912–1926)
Dimensions:
Height 173 cm
Total width 377.2 cm (2 × 64.2 cm, 4 × 62.2 cm)
In very good restored condition, with minimal wear consistent with age on both sides, including two small gold leaf restorations to the third and fourth panels and some wear to the reverse. Please refer to the photographs for a clear condition reference.
The folding screen is well suited for mounting flat on a wall and presenting as a single work of art, but can also be placed as a standalone piece.
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 TranslateAn impressive tall six-panel byôbu 屏風 (folding screen) depicting Benzaiten and Jurôjin aboard a boat.
The composition presents an auspicious variation on the takarabune 宝船 (treasure ship) theme, showing two of the Seven Lucky Gods 七福神 (Shichifukujin) emerging from behind a rock formation crowned by a large pine tree 松 (matsu).
A boat glides across the water, carrying Benzaiten 弁才天 and Jurôjin 寿老人. Benzaiten, clad in richly coloured robes, is shown seated while playing the biwa lute. Her hair is arranged in a refined updo, adorned with an elaborate phoenix crown. Her pale complexion is softly highlighted with delicate blush. Opposite her sits Jurôjin, sun browned skin, dressed in scholar’s robes and wearing a black cap with subtle ornamentation, listening attentively.
Executed in colour and ink on gold leaf, with details enriched in low-relief gofun (shell paste). The painting is bordered by a slender ecru inner band and a broad navy-blue outer band, and set within a black lacquered wooden frame fitted with protective gilt metal hardware.
Period:
Japan – Taishô period (1912–1926)
Dimensions:
Height 173 cm
Total width 377.2 cm (2 × 64.2 cm, 4 × 62.2 cm)
In very good restored condition, with minimal wear consistent with age on both sides, including two small gold leaf restorations to the third and fourth panels and some wear to the reverse. Please refer to the photographs for a clear condition reference.
The folding screen is well suited for mounting flat on a wall and presenting as a single work of art, but can also be placed as a standalone piece.
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
Original
Material
Lacquered wood, Paper, Gold leaf
Height
173 cm
Width
377.2 cm
Title of artwork
Folding screen with deities Benzaiten & Jurôjin
Condition
Excellent condition
Authenticity
Original/official
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