Japanese Fine "Boating & Birds on Mountain Blue Lake" Two Panel Screen Byobu

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Japanese Fine "Boating & Birds on Mountain Blue Lake" Two Panel Screen Byobu

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Japan fine hand painted two panel tea screen byobu ink on silk, Boating & Birds on Mountain Blue Lake This is a captivating folding two-panel screen dating to late Taisho to early Showa period, 1920s-1940s. It is signed Raikan. A black lacquered frame beautifully compliments this attractive work of art. Dimensions: 56.75 high and 67.5 inches wide extended Painting is skillfully rendered in watercolor and pigment on silk. Black lacquered wood frame. The Painting depicts a scene from theTale of Genji: The Tale of Genji (源氏物語 Genji monogatari?) is a classic work of Japanese literature written by the noblewoman and lady-in-waiting Murasaki Shikibu in the early years of the 11th century, around the peak of the Heian period. It is sometimes called the world's first modern novel, Notably, the work also illustrates a unique depiction of the lifestyles of high courtiers during the Heian period.[1] While regarded as a masterpiece, its precise classification and influence in both the Western and Eastern canons has been a matter of debate. Thank you to Wikipedia. Young women directed by an older gentleman and a paddler ply the tranquil lake having launched from their dock and vicinity of their summer time pavilion. Beautiful blue and turquoise colors predominate. Figures are finely interpreted and rendered. Pairs of white heron like birds fly overhead indicating fair weather and representing long life, fidelity. This is a substantial artwork, a beautiful screen in lovely colors, a convenient size, a one-of-a-kind. Lifetime guarantee of authenticity: All of our Asian works of art come with our Lifetime Authenticity Guarantee. We are members of the North American Japanese Garden Association (NAJGA) specializing for ten years now in old and authentic Japanese stone garden ornaments.

Dimensions:
Height: 56.75 in (144.15 cm)Width: 67.5 in (171.45 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
Style:
Showa (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Silk,Hand-Painted
Place of Origin:
Japan
Period:
Mid-20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1930
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
South Burlington, VT
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU128924545223