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Low Japanese 6-panel byôbu 屏風 (folding screen) with genre painting
About the Item
A nice, low, very decorative 6-panel byôbu (folding screen) features a continuous genre painting capturing various facets of daily life during the Edo period. It includes scenes such as boats leisurely sailing on a lake, lively activities within a temple complex, and various vignettes of people enjoying picnics, as well as visiting a tea house located along the waterfront.
The upper portion is adorned with clouds in raised gold leaf, while the lower part features embellishments in raised oxidized silver leaf, adding a dynamic contrast to the artwork.
The screen has a brocade border and a lacquered wooden frame with the original protective hardware. With it's original wooden transport box, which could explain that this antique folding screen is in such good condition.
Period: Japan - Late Edo period (First half 19th century).
The folding screen is ideal for mounting flat on a wall and presenting as a single work of art.
Dimensions:
Total width: 101.57 in/258 cm; ( 2 x 17.32 in/44 cm, 4 x 16.73 in/42.5 cm ), Height: 24.21 in/61.5 cm.
Wooden box: Height 25.78 in/65.5 cm, Depth 19.68 in/50 cm, Width 5.31 in/13.5 cm
When shipped we will add a certificate of authenticity.
Price including insured shipping.
- Dimensions:Height: 24.22 in (61.5 cm)Width: 101.58 in (258 cm)Depth: 0.6 in (1.5 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:Late Edo period (First half 19th century)
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. In a very good condition with some traces of wear conform age. Please have a look at the photos for a clear condition reference.
- Seller Location:Amsterdam, NL
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