Folding screen with birds & autumn foliage - Lacquered wood

An outstanding tall six-panel byôbu 屏風 (folding screen) with a painting of birds and autumn flowers on a gold leaf ground. The upper register is adorned with a black ink painting 墨絵 (sumi-e), depicting birds in flight and at rest among the branches of a pine tree 松 (matsu), accompanied by bamboo, peonies and rock formations. The lower section is visually separated by a plaited fence, creating a gentle division between foreground and background. In front of the fence, a rich variety of autumn flowers is finely rendered in colour, including chrysanthemums, lespedeza, pampas grasses, and bellflowers, adding a vivid seasonal contrast to the monochrome upper scene. Executed in ink and colour on gold leaf ground. The screen is bordered by two silk brocade trims, a narrow inner band in black and a broader ecru band with a blue floral design. Set within a black lacquered wooden frame fitted with protective metal hardware. Period: Japan – Late Edo to early Meiji period (19th century) Dimensions: Total width: 376 cm (2 x 64.4 cm, 4 x 61.8 cm), Height: 173 cm Considering its age in good restored condition with attractive patina, and with several traces of restorations and wear consistent with age on both sides. Please refer to the photographs for a clear impression of the condition. The folding screen is ideal for mounting flat on a wall and presenting as a single work of art, but can of course also be placed as a standalone piece. When shipped, a certificate of authenticity will be included.

Estimate:$4,798.73

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