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Four-Panel Screen with Chinese Seal Script Impressions in Red on Taupe Ground

$3,200
£2,472.56
€2,858.51
CA$4,521.83
A$5,071.53
CHF 2,655.88
MX$61,624.09
NOK 33,725.28
SEK 31,973.94
DKK 21,337.26

About the Item

This vintage Chinese four-panel screen is decorated with an allover motif of red seal script impressions rendered in a rich cinnabar tone with subtle gilt accents, against a textured taupe ground. Referencing traditional carved ink seals (or chops), the design features a variety of rectangular, oval, and gourd-shaped stamps composed in an asymmetrical but harmonious arrangement across the panels. Each character grouping suggests a collector’s mark, studio name, or auspicious inscription, echoing the language of authentication and reverence seen on classical Chinese paintings and scrolls. The surface treatment evokes the weathered, mottled texture of aged parchment or silk, adding visual depth to the minimalist palette. The script appears to be either hand-printed or stenciled, and the panels are mounted on a sturdy wooden frame with a linen- or canvas-like facing, as evidenced by the subtle weave and dimensionality seen at close range. Graphic yet subdued, this screen bridges decorative and scholarly aesthetics. It functions beautifully as a sculptural room divider, backdrop, or wall-mounted artwork in both traditional and contemporary interiors.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 78 in (198.12 cm)Width: 72 in (182.88 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Late 20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Please refer to the various additional photos for further condition details and contact us with any questions!
  • Seller Location:
    Yonkers, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: YN28461stDibs: LU863946079402

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