antique Japanese / Chinese ? hand painted silk scroll

Hand painted silk scroll of peonies & butterflies . Three red chop marks Measures 89" long by 38.25" wide . Missing bottom left wood knob. Cedar box in which it came is in bad repair. Great detail to painting .

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Denizalp D.

Mearto specialist

June 4, 2024
Fair Market Value:
$
350
-
$
500
USD

Hello Deborah, I’m very glad that you chose Mearto for your online appraisal, Considering the photographs, overall pattern, knots and the colours, I concluded that this is a Chinese Silk Scroll dating from the Late 19th Century to Early 20th Century. The written name by the black paint on the back of the scroll says "Peony". This is likely the name of the decoration, it is a specific kind of flower pattern. The painting is incrediby precise and surely a work of a true master. Especially if you pay attention to the details of the butterflies as well as the flowers, it is impossible to miss the painting quality. General decoration of the piece is floral and depicting a scene from a natural landscape in Chinese style. The wooden box is also helps us date the piece, can be referred as very old by taking a look at the signes of old age. The scroll is in good condition without faults and the box in fair condition with previous restoration work carried on. Entirely hand painted on silk. Dimensions: 89" long by 38.25" wide Condition: The scroll is in good condition without faults and the box in fair condition with previous restoration work carried on Provenance: Previous owner is an Asian diplomat in Washington DC 350-500$. Please don’t hesitate to reach us again for more online appraisals on your precious items, thank you for choosing Mearto.