Byōbu folding screen - Paper, Lacquer, Wood, Gold leaf - Japan - Early Meiji period (Second half 19th century)
An elegant, tall 6-panel byôbu 屏風 (folding screen) displays a Rinpa School-style 琳派 painting on lustrous golden silk, depicting a vibrant autumn flower garden.
Highlighted within the artwork is a maple tree adorned with vivid red and orange leaves of autumn, situated beside a lush bush of bright white hibiscus 芙蓉 (fuyô) . This floral display is further enriched by yellow asters 野菊 (nogiku) and clusters of narcissus 水仙 (suisen) .
The artwork predominantly unfolds in the lower section of the folding screen, generating the illusion of an expansive, luminous sky, instilling a serene ambiance.
Watercolour and ink on gold leaf covered silk with a nice aged patina.
Surrounded by two silk brocade borders, a thin dark brown one and wide dark blue one. Protected by a black lacquer frame with decorative hardware.
Period: Japan – Early Meiji period (Second half 19th century) .
Dimensions:
Total width: 369. 6 cm (2 x 62. 6 cm, 4 x 61. 1 cm) ; Height: 171. 7 cm.
Considering its age in a very good condition with traces of wear conform age and some old restorations. Please have a look at the photo of a stain on the lower silk border. For a clear condition reference, please look at the photos as well.
The folding screen is ideal for mounting flat on a wall and presenting as a single work of art.
When shipped we will add a certificate of authenticity.
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An elegant, tall 6-panel byôbu 屏風 (folding screen) displays a Rinpa School-style 琳派 painting on lustrous golden silk, depicting a vibrant autumn flower garden.
Highlighted within the artwork is a maple tree adorned with vivid red and orange leaves of autumn, situated beside a lush bush of bright white hibiscus 芙蓉 (fuyô) . This floral display is further enriched by yellow asters 野菊 (nogiku) and clusters of narcissus 水仙 (suisen) .
The artwork predominantly unfolds in the lower section of the folding screen, generating the illusion of an expansive, luminous sky, instilling a serene ambiance.
Watercolour and ink on gold leaf covered silk with a nice aged patina.
Surrounded by two silk brocade borders, a thin dark brown one and wide dark blue one. Protected by a black lacquer frame with decorative hardware.
Period: Japan – Early Meiji period (Second half 19th century) .
Dimensions:
Total width: 369. 6 cm (2 x 62. 6 cm, 4 x 61. 1 cm) ; Height: 171. 7 cm.
Considering its age in a very good condition with traces of wear conform age and some old restorations. Please have a look at the photo of a stain on the lower silk border. For a clear condition reference, please look at the photos as well.
The folding screen is ideal for mounting flat on a wall and presenting as a single work of art.
When shipped we will add a certificate of authenticity.
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