Byôbu 屏風 (folding screen) - Lacquer, Paper, Wood, Golden silk - Japan - Mid-Shôwa period (Mid-20th century)
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A Japanese mid‑Shôwa period two‑panel byôbu folding screen, 176.6 cm wide by 172.2 cm high, fully lacquered with gold silk over a paper base, bordered by ecru and black brocade bands and set in a black lacquered wooden frame, in excellent original condition.
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A tall two-panel byôbu 屏風 (folding screen) entirely covered in lustrous golden silk over a paper base, featuring a subtle square pattern.
In Japan, such serene and understated screens are traditionally used as elegant backdrops for displaying vases with ikebana 生け花 (flower arrangements) or other decorative and ceremonial objects.
Bordered by two brocade silk bands: an ecru inner band and a broad black band. Encased in a black lacquered wooden frame fitted with protective metal hardware.
Period: Japan – Mid-Shôwa period (Mid-20th century)
Dimensions: Total width 176.6 cm (2 × 88.3 cm); Height 172.2 cm
In a very good condition with some traces of wear consistent with age on both sides. Please refer to the photos for a clear condition reference.
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 tall two-panel byôbu 屏風 (folding screen) entirely covered in lustrous golden silk over a paper base, featuring a subtle square pattern.
In Japan, such serene and understated screens are traditionally used as elegant backdrops for displaying vases with ikebana 生け花 (flower arrangements) or other decorative and ceremonial objects.
Bordered by two brocade silk bands: an ecru inner band and a broad black band. Encased in a black lacquered wooden frame fitted with protective metal hardware.
Period: Japan – Mid-Shôwa period (Mid-20th century)
Dimensions: Total width 176.6 cm (2 × 88.3 cm); Height 172.2 cm
In a very good condition with some traces of wear consistent with age on both sides. Please refer to the photos for a clear condition reference.
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
Mid-Shôwa period (Mid-20th century)
Number of objects
1
Country of Origin
Japan
Material
Lacquer, Paper, Wood, Golden silk
Height
172.2 cm
Width
176.6 cm
Title of artwork
Byôbu 屏風 (folding screen)
Condition
Excellent condition
Authenticity
Original/official
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