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Japanese Two-Panel Screen: Cranes on Gold

About the Item

Early Kano School painting of pine trees overlooking two beautifully painted cranes and floral design in a natural setting by water’s edge. Mineral pigments, gold dust and gold leaf on mulberry paper. With a gold embroidered 17th century silk brocade border and black lacquer trim. Wonderfully preserved.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 66 in (167.64 cm)Width: 73 in (185.42 cm)Depth: 0.75 in (1.91 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1780
  • Condition:
    Condition report upon request.
  • Seller Location:
    Hudson, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: S18941stDibs: LU855131778242

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