Folding screen - Paper - Japan - Cursive Chinese Poetry

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Japanese paper folding screen with six panels of Chinese poetry in cursive calligraphy, dating from 1920–1930 and in good used condition with small signs of age and blemishes.

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Short description of the item and its origin

A Japanese six-panel folding screen featuring Chinese poetry written in cursive script.

The screen presents traditional Chinese poetic calligraphy in the expressive cursive style, characterised by flowing brushwork, connected strokes and dynamic variations in ink movement. The use of Chinese poetry reflects the long-standing cultural exchange between China and Japan, particularly in the fields of literature, calligraphy and traditional decorative arts.

Comprising six connected folding panels, the screen forms one continuous composition when fully opened. It represents a traditional form of East Asian artistic furnishing, combining literary expression with the decorative function of a folding screen.

Collector’s Value & Benefits

This six-panel screen brings together the literary tradition of Chinese poetry and the distinctive presentation of Japanese folding screens.

Cursive script is appreciated for its expressive brushwork, rhythmic movement and artistic interpretation of written characters. Unlike ordinary text, cursive calligraphy places emphasis on the movement of the brush, the balance of the composition and the relationship between individual strokes.

The six-panel format gives the work an impressive display presence, making it suitable for collectors of Asian calligraphy, traditional Japanese furnishings and East Asian cultural art.

Dimensions (in cm)

Overall dimensions when folded: 174.5 × 64 × 10 cm (Height × Width × Depth).

The screen consists of six folding panels. Each panel measures approximately 174.5 cm in height and 64 cm in width. When fully opened, the total width is approximately 384 cm. The folded depth is 10 cm.

Weight (in grams)

25000 g

Shipping method

Premium DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) Logistics Service: To provide you with a smooth and premium shopping experience, we utilize a specialized two-step delivery process. Your items are first shipped from Japan to our partner warehouse in Europe, where we handle all customs clearance. Once cleared, the parcel is handed over to the local courier for the final delivery to your door.

The Advantages for You:

No Hidden Fees: All import duties, taxes (VAT), and customs clearance handling fees are fully covered and paid by us. You will not pay any extra unexpected customs fees upon delivery.

Hassle-Free: We handle all the complex customs paperwork for you. You don't need to deal with border customs or provide extra documents.

Safe Local Delivery: The final delivery is handled by the local courier, ensuring a fast, safe, and trackable service within Europe.

Tracking Note: Because of this two-step process, the initial tracking status might not update immediately. The tracking number will become fully active and trackable once the parcel is dispatched from our EU warehouse via the local courier. Please kindly allow some time for the tracking to activate. Rest assured, your item is safely on its way!

●Thank you very much for your understanding and cooperation.

Short description of the item and its origin

A Japanese six-panel folding screen featuring Chinese poetry written in cursive script.

The screen presents traditional Chinese poetic calligraphy in the expressive cursive style, characterised by flowing brushwork, connected strokes and dynamic variations in ink movement. The use of Chinese poetry reflects the long-standing cultural exchange between China and Japan, particularly in the fields of literature, calligraphy and traditional decorative arts.

Comprising six connected folding panels, the screen forms one continuous composition when fully opened. It represents a traditional form of East Asian artistic furnishing, combining literary expression with the decorative function of a folding screen.

Collector’s Value & Benefits

This six-panel screen brings together the literary tradition of Chinese poetry and the distinctive presentation of Japanese folding screens.

Cursive script is appreciated for its expressive brushwork, rhythmic movement and artistic interpretation of written characters. Unlike ordinary text, cursive calligraphy places emphasis on the movement of the brush, the balance of the composition and the relationship between individual strokes.

The six-panel format gives the work an impressive display presence, making it suitable for collectors of Asian calligraphy, traditional Japanese furnishings and East Asian cultural art.

Dimensions (in cm)

Overall dimensions when folded: 174.5 × 64 × 10 cm (Height × Width × Depth).

The screen consists of six folding panels. Each panel measures approximately 174.5 cm in height and 64 cm in width. When fully opened, the total width is approximately 384 cm. The folded depth is 10 cm.

Weight (in grams)

25000 g

Shipping method

Premium DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) Logistics Service: To provide you with a smooth and premium shopping experience, we utilize a specialized two-step delivery process. Your items are first shipped from Japan to our partner warehouse in Europe, where we handle all customs clearance. Once cleared, the parcel is handed over to the local courier for the final delivery to your door.

The Advantages for You:

No Hidden Fees: All import duties, taxes (VAT), and customs clearance handling fees are fully covered and paid by us. You will not pay any extra unexpected customs fees upon delivery.

Hassle-Free: We handle all the complex customs paperwork for you. You don't need to deal with border customs or provide extra documents.

Safe Local Delivery: The final delivery is handled by the local courier, ensuring a fast, safe, and trackable service within Europe.

Tracking Note: Because of this two-step process, the initial tracking status might not update immediately. The tracking number will become fully active and trackable once the parcel is dispatched from our EU warehouse via the local courier. Please kindly allow some time for the tracking to activate. Rest assured, your item is safely on its way!

●Thank you very much for your understanding and cooperation.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Cursive Chinese Poetry
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Japan
Material
Paper
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
174.5 cm
Width
64 cm
Depth
10 cm
Estimated period
1920-1930
Sold by
JapanVerified
249
Objects sold
98%
Private

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