Byôbu 屏風 (folding screen) - Lacquered wood, Paper, Gold leaf - Japan - 19th century (Late Edo period / Early Meiji period)
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A six-panel byōbu folding screen from 19th-century Japan, in excellent condition, with a black lacquered wooden frame and silk brocade borders, depicting colour and ink scenes from The Tale of Genji on gold leaf and mulberry paper, with certificate of authenticity included.
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An intriguing medium-sized six-panel byôbu 屏風 (folding screen) depicting scenes from The Tale of Genji 源氏物語 (Genji Monogatari).
The composition presents various episodes from the classical narrative, set within a landscape articulated by dense gold leaf clouds with dotted relief lines.
Along the lower left is a scene from chapter 20, Asagao 朝顔 (Bellflowers). Genji, after another unsuccessful attempt to court his cousin Princess Asagao, returns and spends time with Murasaki. They compose poetry while contemplating a winter scene with a frozen pond, and attendants playing in the snow.
In the upper centre appears a scene from chapter 7, Momiji no ga 紅葉賀 (An Imperial Celebration of Autumn Foliage), depicting a dance performance by Prince Genji and Tô no Chûjô, son of the Minister of the Left; known as “Waves of the Blue Sea.”
Additional vignettes from the tale are distributed across the panels, creating a lively and layered narrative composition.
Executed in colour and ink on gold leaf and mulberry paper. The painting is bordered by two silk brocade trims, a slender ecru inner band and a navy blue outer band. Set within a black lacquered wooden frame fitted with protective metal hardware.
Period: Japan – 19th century (Late Edo period / Early Meiji period)
Dimensions:
Total width 287 cm (2 × 49.3 cm, 4 × 47.1 cm), Height 134.4 cm
In very good condition considering its age, with traces of wear conform age and restorations on both sides, including areas of gold leaf restoration and some repapering to the reverse. Please refer to the photographs for a clear condition reference.
The folding screen is ideal for mounting flat on a wall and presenting as a single work of art, but can of course also be placed as a standalone piece.
When shipped, we will include a certificate of authenticity.
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 intriguing medium-sized six-panel byôbu 屏風 (folding screen) depicting scenes from The Tale of Genji 源氏物語 (Genji Monogatari).
The composition presents various episodes from the classical narrative, set within a landscape articulated by dense gold leaf clouds with dotted relief lines.
Along the lower left is a scene from chapter 20, Asagao 朝顔 (Bellflowers). Genji, after another unsuccessful attempt to court his cousin Princess Asagao, returns and spends time with Murasaki. They compose poetry while contemplating a winter scene with a frozen pond, and attendants playing in the snow.
In the upper centre appears a scene from chapter 7, Momiji no ga 紅葉賀 (An Imperial Celebration of Autumn Foliage), depicting a dance performance by Prince Genji and Tô no Chûjô, son of the Minister of the Left; known as “Waves of the Blue Sea.”
Additional vignettes from the tale are distributed across the panels, creating a lively and layered narrative composition.
Executed in colour and ink on gold leaf and mulberry paper. The painting is bordered by two silk brocade trims, a slender ecru inner band and a navy blue outer band. Set within a black lacquered wooden frame fitted with protective metal hardware.
Period: Japan – 19th century (Late Edo period / Early Meiji period)
Dimensions:
Total width 287 cm (2 × 49.3 cm, 4 × 47.1 cm), Height 134.4 cm
In very good condition considering its age, with traces of wear conform age and restorations on both sides, including areas of gold leaf restoration and some repapering to the reverse. Please refer to the photographs for a clear condition reference.
The folding screen is ideal for mounting flat on a wall and presenting as a single work of art, but can of course also be placed as a standalone piece.
When shipped, we will include a certificate of authenticity.
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
19th century (Late Edo period / Early Meiji period)
Number of objects
1
Country of Origin
Japan
Attribution
Original
Material
Lacquered wood, Paper, Gold leaf
Height
134.4 cm
Width
287 cm
Title of artwork
Byôbu 屏風 (folding screen)
Condition
Excellent condition
Authenticity
Original/official
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