Vintage Japanese Screen

Historically, folding screens (in Japanese 'byōbu', literally 'wind wall) were used to direct air circulation and create privacy in the flexible, open floor plan common in the tradit...

Exclusive Japanese screen/room divider made of black lacquer, painted and inlaid Carved in wood, lacquered, the individual parts standing on feet.

It depicts two birds sitting on a flowering branch on copper and peach background. The Japanese Screen Paintins exhibition was held in Long Beach Museum of Art, CA, in September-Octo...

A two-fold some-e (batik) silk folding screen by Minagawa Taizō (1917-2005), with the landscape of a sunrise at Uji, Kyoto.

This 20th Century Japanese Six-Panel River Screen is a beautiful example of traditional Japanese screen art, featuring a serene river scene.

A six panel Japanese screen depicting a landscape scene peonies and sparrows against a gold backdrop of clouds and sky.

Impressive pair of Japanese screens from the Taisho period meiji. Each six-panel screen depicts an image from the 24 paragons of filial piety Confucian stories written by Guo Jujing ...

., Showa period gouache and gold leaf Japanese screen. Depicting plum tree blossoms on a riverbank across 6 panels.

A Japanese three panel folding floor screen framed in Japanese Elmwood each panel encasing a large single Washi paper sheet with natural inclusions from Japan created in the 50's/60s.

Likely inspired by Japanese screen compositions but executed in China during the 20th century, the design emphasizes symmetry, stylization, and a narrative rhythm.

Likely inspired by Japanese screen compositions but executed in China during the 20th century, the design emphasizes symmetry, stylization, and a narrative rhythm.

Likely inspired by Japanese screen compositions but executed in China during the 20th century, the design emphasizes symmetry, stylization, and a narrative rhythm.

A Japanese screen with hand-painted calligraphy with maker's red seal.

A japenese folding screen with gold leaf circa 1940. Size is H 183 W 164 cm.

A nice example of a textile screen in the design of pine trees in mass. Japanese Dyed fabric technique with natural wood trim.

Standing portrait of a samurai, thought to be Heiji Shigemori. Startlingly similar to a painting exhibited in the 1928 Neiten exhibition. (See b/w image of screen that was shown at N...

"The Garden of Tenryu-ji Temple" Mineral pigments on fabric in a black lacquer trim with bronze mounts. signature and seal read: Minagawa Taizo. ...

Luxurious golden pine with gold raised relief on gold silk with silk brocade border and black lacquer trim with bronze mounts. Signature and seal read: Takuyo. Back Label Reads: ...

A beautifully soft painting of a water's edge with wild grasses and flowers. Mineral pigments and gold dust on mulberry paper with a black lacquer frame. Signature reads: Setsurei.

Screen depicts Summer flowers and birds on gilded silk. Signature reads: Konishi Fukunen. Notes about Artist: Konishi Fukunen (1887-1959) was born the second son of...

A super nice Meiji period 19th c Japanese Chamber Screen. Also usuable as wall mounted screen.

Japanese two panel screen: Moon Viewing, painting of two noblewomen admiring the full moon outdoors.

Mineral pigments on mulberry paper with silk brocade border and black lacquer trim.

An unusual subject of a dream-like woodland landscape with a distant mountain. Heavy mineral pigments on paper with brown lacquer trim and bronze hardware.

Japanese screen, Chinese screen, Planter, accent screen.

Lacquer on wood. Signature reads: Toshimasa. Solid black lacquer on reverse. Signed original box.

Celestial images on hand-dyed tsumugi cloth. Makers mark: unreadable.

Mineral pigments on mulberry paper with silk brocade border and black lacquer trim.

People dressed in ceremonial robes and masks celebrate the New Year. On New Year's eve a traditional Japanese custom is to ward off evil spirits by pretending to chase away people w...

A super nice Japanese Chamber screen. Also suitable for wall mounting.

Japanese two panel screen: Chrysanthemums Through the Mist Obara Paper Art Screen.

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Japanese Two Panel Screen: Irises on Gold Showa period (1926 - 1989) painting, beautifully mounted with silvered hardware.

A super nice Meiji period 19th or early 20th c Japanese Chamber Screen. Two sided decoration. Also usuable as wall mounted screen.

Silver-covered folding screen Material: Paper on wooden frame One piece: W600×H1745mm×D20mm, Unfolded size: W3630mm Folded size: W615×H1745×D105mm, 12kg Estimate packing size: (sandw...

Silver-covered folding screen Material: Paper on wooden frame One piece: W600×H1745mm×D20mm, Unfolded size: W3630mm Folded size: W615×H1745×D105mm, 12kg Packaging (sandwiched with 5-...

*Please handle folding screens with care as the joints are prone to weakening.

In Japan, such tranquil and evenly composed screens are often placed behind ikebana arrangements or ceremonial objects, serving as an elegant backdrop that elevates the display.

(no image) on lattice frame. Pair available; Sold seperately.

Modern painting in mineral pigments on mulberry paper with a silk brocade border.

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This is a woodblock-printed folding screen made in Japan during the Showa period, featuring writings by a Chinese calligrapher.

Strong brush strokes in sumi ink on mulberry paper. Dark red lacquer trim with original intricate silver hardware. Top seal reads: Soushoan, Bottom seals read: Getsujo

Strong brush strokes in sumi ink on mulberry paper. Dark red lacquer trim with original intricate silver hardware. Top seal reads: Soushoan, Bottom seal reads: Getsujo

Showa period (1926 - 1989) painting with a strong design of exotic lilies and a cluster of nadeshiko (dianthus) under a silver moon on gold. This painting has a modern flair, which ...

Stunning Japanese Showa period two-panel folding byobu screen depicting three egrets in the grass at a pond.

Painted by artist Morito Kunitsugu, 1958, thick mineral pigments on textured mulberry paper. This was exhibited at the 1st newly reorganized Nitten National Exhibition in 1958, and ...

• Period: Showa period • Dimensions: 370 × 91 cm (overall) • Medium: Ink and color on paper, with gold accents • Condition: Good overall condition, consistent with age, with min...

A masterful landscape made entirely of carefully arranged mulberry paper fibers in a Japanese art practice called Obara. Accented with gold leaf. Incredible craftsmanship and a wonde...

Fantastic Japanese late Meiji period two-panel byobu screen by Hashimoto Koshu.

Exquisite mid-20th century Showa period four panel folding byobu screen featuring a fruiting pomegranate tree over a dramatic cream toned background. Vivid ink and natural pigment co...

Captivating Japanese Taisho period six-panel byobu screen depicting roosters and hens in a tropical landscape with butterflies.

They are celebrated for their ability to bloom robustly and are often referred to as the ""King of Flowers."" This screen, with its lush depiction of peonies interspersed with playfu...

Horses caught in full stride. Mineral pigments on gold leaf with silk brocade border and an oxblood lacquer trim. Seal is illegible.

Serene Japanese Showa period two-panel folding byobu screen depicting a large spring blossoming prunus tree or plum tree.

Fascinating Japanese Showa period four-panel byobu screen depicting women shell gathering or clamming after the painting by Katsushika Hokusai (Japanese 1760-1849).

Beautiful Japanese Showa period four panel silk screen depicting a colorful Hanaguruma or flower cart.