【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. ・Shipping Details: Most items are shipped via Japan Post EMS (airmail). If you are in a hurry, we can arrange shipping via DHL or FedEx upon request for an additional fee. ・Damage and Issues: If you receive a damaged item, please contact us immediately. The damage must be reported to your local post office within 7 days of delivery, and promptly to us and Catawiki support. ※If you win this lot together with the folding screen listed below in the same auction, we can ship them together in one parcel via Fedex and offer free shipping for one of the items. After winning, please send us a message through the message section once you have completed the payment for one of the items, and we will adjust the shipping fee accordingly. Byōbu folding screen – Scene from The Tale of Genji – Japan – Edo Period (1600–1868)　Lot. 99712879 【Product details】 This two-panel folding screen is mounted with four silk hand drawn paintings on a gold ground, combining elegant figure scenes with traditional bird-and-flower motifs. The upper pair shows seasonal beauties: on the right, women walking beneath blooming cherry trees in spring; on the left, ladies enjoying an autumn boat outing under vivid red maple leaves, one reading while another poles the boat. The paintings on this folding screen are from the Meiji period or later, while the mounting is from the Showa period. The lower pair presents finely detailed nature studies. One panel depicts three quails among white chrysanthemums and autumn grasses. The other shows a pair of mandarin ducks by a snowy waterside, a classic symbol of harmony and lasting partnership. Together they offer a concise, graceful overview of Japan’s four seasons. Fair to good condition with age-related wear. The silk paintings show rubbing, stains, foxing, some discolouration and a few small holes. The lacquered wooden frame has chips, scratches and wear, especially at the corners. The reverse backing is aged with discolouration and stains. The hinge area shows wear and slight gaps, and the fold line has a small tear, but the panels remain connected. Please check the photos for details. Dimensions when opened: approx. H 172 cm W 175 cm D 2 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!