【Important notes】 ・International buyers are responsible for any import duties, taxes, and charges not included in the item price or shipping cost. Please note that VAT paid to Catawiki is separate from and does not cover import duties or customs charges in your country. You may still be required to pay additional fees upon delivery, as determined by your local customs authorities. We strongly recommend checking with your country's customs office to determine these additional costs before bidding or buying. Prompt payment of these fees ensures timely delivery. ・Shipping Details: Most items are shipped via Japan Post EMS (airmail). Upon request, we can arrange shipping via DHL or FedEx for an additional fee. ・Damage and Issues: If you receive a damaged item, please contact us immediately before leaving a negative review. We kindly ask for your patience and the opportunity to rectify the issue. The damage must be reported to your local post office within 7 days of delivery, and promptly to us and Catawiki support. 【Product details】 This exceptional pair of six-panel folding screens from the Meiji period showcases a refined combination of calligraphy and paintings on both sides. Each panel is framed with delicate gold flecks, enhancing the elegance of the compositions. The screens bear the signatures and seals of several distinguished artists, including Miyahara Ian (宮原易庵), also known as Miyahara Setsuan (宮原節菴), a prominent Confucian scholar and calligrapher active from the late Edo period to the early Meiji era. Originally from Onomichi in Bingo Province (now Hiroshima), he studied under Rai Sanyō and later at the prestigious Shōheikō academy in Edo. Another notable name present is Wang Yiting (王一亭), also known as Hakuryū Sanjin (白龍山人), a celebrated painter of the late Qing and early Republic of China period, known for his poetic and Buddhist-themed artworks. His expertise spanned figures, birds-and-flowers, and landscapes, and he remains highly esteemed in China today. The screens show natural signs of age, including scuffs, stains, minor tears, and repairs. The wooden frames have small chips. Please refer to the images for further details. Dimensions when opened: approx. H 173.5 cm W 365 cm D 1.5 cm ・Please make sure to review all the provided information and images before placing your bid. ・We make every effort to accurately represent the product's colors and textures in our photos. However, due to differences in monitors and device displays, as well as photographic conditions, slight color variations between the photos and the actual product may occur. We ask for your understanding in advance. Thank you for your interest, and happy bidding!