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Mid-size 6-panel byôbu 屏風 with a scene from The Tale of Genji
$10,639.62
£8,010.56
€9,000
CA$14,684.27
A$16,449.62
CHF 8,555.85
MX$200,651.48
NOK 108,927.34
SEK 102,710.71
DKK 68,517.01
About the Item
A refined medium-sized six-panel byôbu (folding screen) showcasing a classical autumn court scene from chapter 7 of The Tale of Genji (Genji Monogatari), titled Momiji no Ga (The Autumn Excursion).
The composition depicts a procession of courtiers, attendants, and a young noblewoman from the Heian period, walking through the palace gardens, with the lady leading the way. The landscape is rich with seasonal splendour—pine trees 松 (matsu) and vivid maple trees (momiji) line the banks of a gently flowing brook, where a pair of mandarin ducks (oshidori) swim beneath dense clouds of shimmering gold leaf.
In this chapter, the Emperor hosts an elaborate performance to celebrate the 50th birthday of the retired Emperor Ichi no In. During the festivities, Genji performs a dance before Empress Fujitsubo—his secret former lover—and her niece Wakamurasaki, both of whom are present among the courtly spectators.
Rendered in polychrome natural pigments and ink on mulberry paper and gold leaf. Mounted with a dark golden silk brocade inner border and a broad green outer border. Encased in a black lacquered wooden frame with protective metal fittings chiselled with a diaper pattern.
Dimensions:
Total width: 327.6 cm (2 x 55.8 cm, and 4 x 54 cm); Height: 121.1 cm
The folding screen is ideal for mounting flat on a wall and presenting as a single work of art.
When shipped we will add a certificate of authenticity.
Price including insured shipping.
- Dimensions:Height: 47.68 in (121.1 cm)Width: 128.98 in (327.6 cm)Depth: 0.67 in (1.7 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:Early to mid-Edo period
- Condition:Repaired. Wear consistent with age and use. In a very good restored condition considering its age, with some minor traces of wear consistent with age. Please refer to the photos for a clear condition reference.
- Seller Location:Amsterdam, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: 813811stDibs: LU7165245503192
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