Byôbu 屏風 (folding screen) - Paper, Lacquered wood, Gold leaf - Japan - 18th century (Edo period)
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This original 18th-century Japanese Edo-period six-panel folding screen, measuring 170.5 × 380.4 cm, is painted in ink and colour on mulberry paper with Kanō-school phoenixes in a landscape, gold-leaf flecks and a red lacquered wooden frame.
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A tall six-panel folding screen 屏風 (byôbu) with a Kanô school 狩野派 (Kanô-ha) painting of a pair of phoenixes 鳳凰 (hôô) in a lush landscape.
One phoenix stands on a rocky bank with its wings spread and long tail feathers flowing behind, looking towards its companion descending from above. Their finely detailed plumage combines soft pink, green, cream and black. A gnarled red-blossoming plum tree 梅 (ume) stretches across the composition, balanced by a pine tree 松 (matsu) on the left. A blue river winds between rounded hills and distant mountains, while narcissi, chrysanthemums, colourful asters and lantern plants enliven the foreground.
Executed in ink and colour on mulberry paper, the painting is enriched with scattered gold-leaf flecks. Two silk borders surround the composition, enclosed in a red lacquered wooden frame fitted with gilt metal hardware. Two illegible seals appear in the lower left corner.
Period: Japan – 18th century (Edo period)
Approx. dimensions: Height 170.5 cm, total width 380.4 cm (2 × 65 cm, 4 × 62.6 cm)
In very good restored condition with age-related wear and some losses to both sides. Please refer to the photographs for a clear impression of the condition.
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 displayed 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 TranslateA tall six-panel folding screen 屏風 (byôbu) with a Kanô school 狩野派 (Kanô-ha) painting of a pair of phoenixes 鳳凰 (hôô) in a lush landscape.
One phoenix stands on a rocky bank with its wings spread and long tail feathers flowing behind, looking towards its companion descending from above. Their finely detailed plumage combines soft pink, green, cream and black. A gnarled red-blossoming plum tree 梅 (ume) stretches across the composition, balanced by a pine tree 松 (matsu) on the left. A blue river winds between rounded hills and distant mountains, while narcissi, chrysanthemums, colourful asters and lantern plants enliven the foreground.
Executed in ink and colour on mulberry paper, the painting is enriched with scattered gold-leaf flecks. Two silk borders surround the composition, enclosed in a red lacquered wooden frame fitted with gilt metal hardware. Two illegible seals appear in the lower left corner.
Period: Japan – 18th century (Edo period)
Approx. dimensions: Height 170.5 cm, total width 380.4 cm (2 × 65 cm, 4 × 62.6 cm)
In very good restored condition with age-related wear and some losses to both sides. Please refer to the photographs for a clear impression of the condition.
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 displayed 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
18th century (Edo period)
Number of objects
1
Country of Origin
Japan
Material
Paper, Lacquered wood, Gold leaf
Height
170.5 cm
Width
380.4 cm
Title of artwork
Byôbu 屏風 (folding screen)
Condition
Excellent condition
Authenticity
Original/official
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