Folding screen with idyllic landscape - Lacquered wood

A lovely tall six-panel byôbu 屏風 (folding screen), featuring a serene Kanô School-style painting executed on a radiant gold leaf ground, depicting an enchanting spring landscape. The composition centres around an ancient, gnarled pine tree 松 (matsu), its sweeping branches extending over the water. The rocky shoreline beneath is richly planted with peonies 牡丹 (botan) in shades of deep red and soft pink, growing amongst moss-covered rocks and Japanese dwarf bamboo 笹 (sasa). A pair of ducks glide across the tranquil water while another descends in flight above them. On the opposite shore, withered reeds stretch over a rocky outcrop where a pair of small birds perch. Large drifting clouds of dense and sprinkled gold frame the tranquil landscape. Executed in colour and ink on mulberry paper against a shimmering gold leaf background. The painting is bordered by two patterned brocade silk trims. The screen is set within a black lacquered wooden frame fitted with engraved gilt metal mounts decorated with scrolling foliage.. Period: Japan – Taishô period (1912-1926) Dimensions: Total width: 361.6 cm (2 x 61.6 cm and 4 x 59.6 cm); Height: 171.8 cm. The screen is in very good restored condition with expected age-related wear on both sides. The hinges have been reinforced and a gold leaf patch-up upper right hinge. Please refer to the photographs for a clear impression of the condition. The folding screen is well suited for mounting flat on a wall as a decorative work of art, but can also be displayed as a standalone piece. When shipped we will add a certificate of authenticity.

Estimate:£2,529.56

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