Pair of large Japanese byôbu 屏風 (folding screen) with dragon & tiger pairing
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Pair of large Japanese byôbu 屏風 (folding screen) with dragon & tiger pairing
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 67.64 in (171.8 cm)Width: 298.75 in (758.8 cm)Depth: 0.71 in (1.8 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
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- Date of Manufacture:November of Taishô 8, Anno 1919
- Condition:Repaired: Few old touch-ups of the red rim. Please look at the photos for a clear condition reference. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Considering their age they are both in a very good condition with some to be expected traces of wear conform age, like some fabric loss of the mounting, and some paint loss. Please look at the photos for a clear condition reference.
- Seller Location:Amsterdam, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: C1139+C11401stDibs: LU7165236434662
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