At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal Asian art on paper for your home. Each Asian art on paper for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using
paper,
metal and
wood. There are 163 variations of the antique or vintage Asian art on paper you’re looking for, while we also have 8 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without an Asian art on paper — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. An Asian art on paper is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in
Mid-Century Modern,
Modern and
Arts and Crafts styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one Asian art on paper that is appealing in its simplicity, but
Japanese School,
Zhao Xu and
Asian Style produced versions that are worth a look.
Prices for an Asian art on paper can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $345 and can go as high as $155,250, while the average can fetch as much as $4,219.
Traditional Asian paintings were often created on scrolls and folding screens. Artisans made screens that could be folded up or spread out by connecting several panels using hinges. Today, antique Asian folding screens and paintings are sophisticated decorative accents that can serve as makeshift partitions to ensure privacy.
The original folding screens were created by Chinese artists. The earliest record of screens comes from the 2nd century B.C., and surviving examples date back to the Ming dynasty. Chinese painting utilizes many of the same tools as calligraphy — these screens were crafted from wood with painted panels featuring striking art or calligraphy that told cultural stories or represented nature and life in the area.
The practice was introduced to Japan, where paintings for screens were made on paper and silk, in the 8th century. These paintings frequently feature subjects such as landscapes, animals, flowers and Buddhist religious themes. Along with screens for tea ceremonies and dance backgrounds, there were screens for use in Shinto and Buddhist temples.
In the 17th century, screens began to be imported to Europe where their popularity grew. Coco Chanel famously collected Coromandel folding screens.
Traditional Asian paintings can make a tasteful addition to any wall, and screens can be used as decoration or, in the case of larger iterations, as an aesthetic way to divide a large room. Browse the selection of antique Asian paintings and screens from a variety of styles and eras on 1stDibs.