Items Similar to Pair of Antique Japanese Paintings of Karashishi, Edo Period, 18th Century
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 10
Pair of Antique Japanese Paintings of Karashishi, Edo Period, 18th Century
$50,000per set
£37,966.19per set
€43,417.17per set
CA$69,857.25per set
A$77,696.51per set
CHF 40,570.70per set
MX$945,483.90per set
NOK 518,149.80per set
SEK 485,933.10per set
DKK 324,038.96per set
Shipping
Retrieving quote...The 1stDibs Promise:
Authenticity Guarantee,
Money-Back Guarantee,
24-Hour Cancellation
About the Item
A rare pair of antique Japanese Karashishi paintings in a landscape of rocks and peony flowers on gold leaf ground in fine handmade frames, Edo period, early 18th century. The Karashishi (Chinese lion) and Komainu (Korean dog) are thought to have been introduced to Japan in around the 7th and 8th centuries AD. They are the lion-dog temple guardians of both Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples and have been placed at the entrances or in the eves of shrines and temples to ward off evil spirits since this time.
Materials: Ink, pigment and gold leaf on paper.
Dimensions (framed): H 198cm x W 121.5cm (each).
- Dimensions:Height: 77.96 in (198 cm)Width: 48.04 in (122 cm)Depth: 3.15 in (8 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Edo (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Unknown
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Prahran, AU
- Reference Number:Seller: JP1214-Karashishi paintings1stDibs: LU125622186382
About the Seller
5.0
Vetted Professional Seller
Every seller passes strict standards for authenticity and reliability
Established in 1979
1stDibs seller since 2015
81 sales on 1stDibs
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Shipping from: Prahran, Australia
- Return Policy
Authenticity Guarantee
In the unlikely event there’s an issue with an item’s authenticity, contact us within 1 year for a full refund. DetailsMoney-Back Guarantee
If your item is not as described, is damaged in transit, or does not arrive, contact us within 7 days for a full refund. Details24-Hour Cancellation
You have a 24-hour grace period in which to reconsider your purchase, with no questions asked.Vetted Professional Sellers
Our world-class sellers must adhere to strict standards for service and quality, maintaining the integrity of our listings.Price-Match Guarantee
If you find that a seller listed the same item for a lower price elsewhere, we’ll match it.Trusted Global Delivery
Our best-in-class carrier network provides specialized shipping options worldwide, including custom delivery.More From This Seller
View AllPair of Antique Japanese Flower Paintings by Yanagisawa Kien, circa 18th Century
By Yanagisawa Kien
Located in Prahran, Victoria
Pair of antique Japanese Nagasaki School paintings by Yanagisawa Kien (1704-1758), depicting classical ikebana flower arrangements. Each painted on silk in mineral pigments and beari...
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Japanese Edo Paintings and Screens
Materials
Silk
Japanese antique screen - EDO period - Willow over a stream
Located in Prahran, Victoria
Antique Japanese 6 panel screen from the early Edo period (C1650). One of a pair (both available). This magnificent golden screen shows...
Category
Antique 1650s Japanese Edo Paintings and Screens
Materials
Gold Leaf
Pair of Japanese Screens: Ink paintings of peacocks on gold leaf by Imao Keinen
By Imao Keinen
Located in Prahran, Victoria
A pair of screens by Imao Keinen featuring peacocks painted in ink on gold leaf. Lacquered wood frame, brocade border, incised copper hardware.
Dimensions: H 175cm x W 352cm
Biogr...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Paintings and Screens
Materials
Gold Leaf
Antique Japanese Kano School Painting by Yosenin Korenobu
Located in Prahran, Victoria
Six-panel Kano School tiger screen by Yosenin Korenobu (1753-1808). Sumi-e ink on paper, late 18th century.
Dimensions: H 169cm x W 382cm.
Category
Antique Late 18th Century Japanese Edo Paintings and Screens
Materials
Wood, Paper
Antique Japanese Six-Panel Screen by Kano Chikanobu "Shushin"
Located in Prahran, Victoria
Late 17th century Kano school peony landscape screens. Both screens signed: Hogan Josen Fujiwara Chikanobu Hitsu - Kano Chikanobu (Shushin) (1660 - 1728...
Category
Antique Early 18th Century Japanese Edo Paintings and Screens
Materials
Gold Leaf
Japanese 2-Panel 'Shunga' Screen with Finely Painted Erotic Depictions of Lovers
Located in Prahran, Victoria
A very finely painted two panel 'shunga' screen with scenes of naked erotic lovers in union.
The scene on the left panel simply depicts the lovers in ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Paintings and Screens
Materials
Wood, Paper
You May Also Like
Pair of 17th Century Chinese Huaniaohua Paintings with Gilded Frames
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
A pair of 17th century Chinese Huaniaohua paintings created in 1665 with the watercolor mixture Gouche.
The pair showcases beautiful floral scenes in the centuries old tradition of...
Category
Antique 17th Century Chinese Qing Prints
Materials
Quartz
Pair of Japanese Edo/Tokugawa Screens Tale of Heiki
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Monumental pair of late 18th century Japanese Edo/Tokugawa period byobu screens depicting the battles between Taira and Minamoto. The screens have six panels each with individual sce...
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Paintings and Screens
Materials
Brass, Gold Leaf
Pair of Japanese Edo Rimpa School Screens after Tawaraya Sōtatsu
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Impressive pair of 17th century Japanese Edo period Rinpa school screens made in the manner and style of Autumn Grasses by Tawaraya Sōtatsu (1570-1640). Beautifully decorated with wi...
Category
Antique 17th Century Japanese Edo Paintings and Screens
Materials
Gold Leaf
Pair of Japanese Two Panel Screens Edo Period Vignettes
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Impressive pair of Japanese two-panel byobu screens featuring late 18th-century edo period applied vignettes, poems, and paintings in various formats over a dramatic gold leaf square...
Category
Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Paintings and Screens
Materials
Gold Leaf
Pair of 18th Century Japanese Edo Screens of Chinese Immortals
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Mesmerizing pair of late 18th/early 19th century Japanese Edo period byobu screens by Shibata Gito (Japanese 1780-1819). The paintings depict Chinese immortals in a dreamy landscape....
Category
Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Paintings and Screens
Materials
Silk, Wood, Paper
Pair of Japanese Taisho Period Screens Paragons of Filial Piety
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Impressive pair of Japanese screens from the Taisho period meiji. Each six-panel screen depicts an image from the 24 paragons of filial piety ...
Category
20th Century Japanese Taisho Paintings and Screens
Materials
Brass, Gold Leaf
More Ways To Browse
Edo Period Japanese Art
8th Century
Chinese Lions
18th Century Flower Paintings
Edo Period Japanese Painting
18th Century Screen
Antique Chinese Lions
Edo Period Gold
18th Century Chinese Painting
Pair Of Chinese Paintings
Pair Of Japanese Paintings
Lion Dog
Edo Frames
Japanese Edo Period Screens
Temple Guardian
Japanese Lion
Pair Of Japanese Screens
Edo Screen Gold