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Japanese Edo Period Six Panel Screen of Chinese Scholars

About the Item

Fascinating 19th century Japanese late Edo period six pane funpon screen. Large scale depicting Chinese scholars and officials engaged in leisurely persuits. Ink on hand-crafted textured paper made in the Maruyama-Shijo School style. Interesting group of scetches rarely seen on a folding screen. Set in a black lacquered frame with a textured silk border. From an estate in Pasadena, CA.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 67.5 in (171.45 cm)Width: 145.5 in (369.57 cm)Depth: 0.75 in (1.91 cm)
  • Style:
    Edo (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Age appropriate wear with stains and fading. Back of screen has losses as seen in photos.
  • Seller Location:
    Rio Vista, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1555216490402

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