Japanese silk screen
28 April 2022
Description

4 panel screen 63” x 24” gold background with branches with white and red flowers and dark green leaves, very subtle print. Purchased in Japan in the 1980’s

Provenance

I purchased it in Tokyo around 1983. I have been the only owner.

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For sale
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Answered within 4 days
By David U.
May 02, 10:38 UTC
Fair Market Value
$300 - $500 USD
Insurance Value $0 USD
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Hello!

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Considering the photos, this item is:

A Japanese silk screen, 4 panel screen (63” x 24”) decorated with white and red flowers (dark green leaves) (四十雀 (Shijûkara)), a typical Japanese symbol of protection, Chinese-style. It is in good condition. The motifs were often painted on silk. The mounting takes place on paper, the "frame" forms a brocade border.

Screens were used as diplomatic gifts. ‘From the late medieval period onward, they were sent in considerable numbers to China and to Korea. The subject of the screen paintings could often be interpreted as a message to the recipient. Screens often depicted images from the Tale of Genji, the classic work of Japanese literature written in the early years of the 11th century.

Many well-known motives were often copied and also provided with the original signature. 
That is why it is difficult even to assign the motifs or signature exactly but according to the details this is from circa 20th century.

PROVENANCE: Purchased in Japan (Tokyo) in the 1980s
$ 300 - 500
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