Byôbu 屏風 (folding screen) with Chinese scholar scene - Paper, Lacquered wood, Silver leaf - Japan - Second half Edo period (18th century/first half 19th century)
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This Japanese six-panel byōbu folding screen from the second half of the Edo period depicts Chinese scholars enjoying music and a board game in a garden landscape, and is painted in ink and colour on mulberry paper with silver leaf, mounted in a lacquered wooden frame, and measures 170.6 × 369.2 cm.
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An amazing tall six-panel folding screen 屏風 (byôbu), depicting Chinese scholars enjoying music and a board game within an extensive garden and river landscape.
At the right, scholars gather beside a pavilion beneath a spreading pine tree. One plays a long qin 琴 laid across a table, accompanied by a flute player, while another holds a pear-shaped lute. Attendants serve refreshments, and women and children mingle around the terrace. Inside the pavilion, a karako 唐子 (Chinese boy) sleeps while resting on his studies.At the far left, a scholar holding a feather fan sits beside a game board. A young attendant crouches at the water’s edge nearby.
The composition evokes the traditional Four Arts of the Chinese Scholar 琴棋書畫 (qín qí shū huà): music, the game of qi, calligraphy and painting. Here, particular emphasis is placed on music and the board game.
Broad clouds of silver leaf surround the scene, their richly oxidised surface contrasting with the blue water and softly coloured robes.
Executed in ink and colour on mulberry paper with silver leaf. The painting is surrounded by two patterned silk brocade borders and mounted in a black lacquered wooden frame.
Two red seals are present in the lower right corner.
Period: Japan – Second half Edo period (18th century/first half 19th century)
Dimensions: Height 170.6 cm, Total width 369.2 cm (2 × 62.6 cm and 4 × 61 cm).
In very good aged condition, with oxidation and wear to the silver leaf, scattered minor losses and restorations on both sides. Various repairs to the reverse. Please refer to the photographs for a clear impression of the condition.
The folding screen can be mounted flat on a wall and presented as a single work of art, or displayed as a freestanding 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 amazing tall six-panel folding screen 屏風 (byôbu), depicting Chinese scholars enjoying music and a board game within an extensive garden and river landscape.
At the right, scholars gather beside a pavilion beneath a spreading pine tree. One plays a long qin 琴 laid across a table, accompanied by a flute player, while another holds a pear-shaped lute. Attendants serve refreshments, and women and children mingle around the terrace. Inside the pavilion, a karako 唐子 (Chinese boy) sleeps while resting on his studies.At the far left, a scholar holding a feather fan sits beside a game board. A young attendant crouches at the water’s edge nearby.
The composition evokes the traditional Four Arts of the Chinese Scholar 琴棋書畫 (qín qí shū huà): music, the game of qi, calligraphy and painting. Here, particular emphasis is placed on music and the board game.
Broad clouds of silver leaf surround the scene, their richly oxidised surface contrasting with the blue water and softly coloured robes.
Executed in ink and colour on mulberry paper with silver leaf. The painting is surrounded by two patterned silk brocade borders and mounted in a black lacquered wooden frame.
Two red seals are present in the lower right corner.
Period: Japan – Second half Edo period (18th century/first half 19th century)
Dimensions: Height 170.6 cm, Total width 369.2 cm (2 × 62.6 cm and 4 × 61 cm).
In very good aged condition, with oxidation and wear to the silver leaf, scattered minor losses and restorations on both sides. Various repairs to the reverse. Please refer to the photographs for a clear impression of the condition.
The folding screen can be mounted flat on a wall and presented as a single work of art, or displayed as a freestanding 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
Second half Edo period (18th century/first half 19th century)
Number of objects
1
Country of Origin
Japan
Material
Paper, Lacquered wood, Silver leaf
Height
170.6 cm
Width
369.2 cm
Title of artwork
Byôbu 屏風 (folding screen) with Chinese scholar scene
Condition
Excellent condition
Authenticity
Original/official
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