japanese antique Six hold paper screen painted in ink and color on a gold ground with tale of Genji A folding screen is made of multiple boards attached with paper or silk and connected with hinges, and can be folded.They were used as room partitions, wind shields, decorations for ceremonies and rituals, and for viewing as works of art.Originally, they were placed on the floor at an angle, but today they are often spread straight out and displayed on the wall like a painting.The most popular type is the one with a picture painted on the front on a gold leaf background.The size and color of the gold leaf differs depending on the period, and the period is considered from the natural mineral pigments used and the composition of the painting.
japanese antique 6 hold paper screen painted in ink and color on a gold powder ground with flowers and plants
japanese antique 6 hold paper screen painted in ink and color on a gold powder ground with flowers and plants
¥400,000
Size : H94cm W284cm
Date : middle of 19th century
The design features seasonal flowers and plants painted on a gold sand ground.
The richly colored palette is vivid, creating a brilliant and dazzling effect.
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