Showa Period Jinmaku Screen
Located in Fukuoka, JP
Showa Jinmaku Screen Period: Showa Size: 376x171 cm Discover the historical charm of our Showa Jinmaku screen, impeccably preserved and in extremely good condition.
Wood, Paper
Japanese Taisho/Showa Period Six - Panel Screen with Galloping Horses, Ca. 1920
Located in New York, NY
Japanese Taisho/Showa Period Six - Panel Screen with Galloping Horses, Ca. 1920 ABOUT Taisho/Showa Period (1912 – 1926) DIMENSIONS Width: 70 inches Height: 35 inches
Wood
Framed Japanese Painting on Silk, Flowers In Basket , Japan, Showa Period C.1930
Located in London, GB
Framed Japanese Painting on Silk, Flowers In Basket , Japan, Showa Period C.1930 Present in excellent condition commensurate of age
Silk
Lovely Nihonga Scene Showa Period Scroll Japan Artist Fujimoto Kida
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
It is a work produced by Fujimoto Kida as you can see. It is composed of a calm and cool texture, and combined with the sanction on the top, it is a very tasty work. "Fujimoto K...
Silk
Artists Norikuni Kawamura, Showa Period Scroll Japan 20c Artist Nihonga
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
As you can see, it is a double box and a box with "Shokakuzu" written by Norikuni Kawamura. The "Shokaku-zu", which is composed of graceful textures, spreads its wings and flies, i...
Silk
Landscape and Waterfall Nihonga Scene Showa Period Scroll Japan Artist
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Some errors will occur in the dimensions. Please understand. Status: The condition is good, but please understand stains, wrinkles, and stains. Measures: Axis vertical 193 cm, hori...
Silk
Showa Period Plum Blossoms Fusuma
Located in Fukuoka, JP
Size: The door size is 90 x 188 cm (35.4 x 74 inches) Number of doors: 6 pieces Period: Showa (1926-1989) This exquisite 6-panel fusuma screen, hailing from the Showa period, captur...
Wood, Paper
Signed Japanese Lacquer Painting of Pheasants by Tasaki Shoichiro, Showa Period
Located in Fukuoka, JP
A beautiful and refined lacquer painting depicting pheasants, signed by the artist Tasaki Shoichiro (b. 1931), a distinguished figure associated with the Nitten and the renowned lacq...
Wood, Lacquer
Mountain Scene Showa Period Scroll Japan 20c Artist Kohiro Sato Nihonga Style
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
As you can see, it is a work drawn by Kohiro Sato. It is a simple but unique presence of a river boat, and it is a very tasty work combined with the scenery reflected on the surface ...
Silk
Mountain Scene Showa Period Scroll Japan 20c Artist Kazuhide Saiuchi Nihonga St
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
As you can see, this work was drawn by Kazuhide Sainai, who is known as a Japanese-style painter. The "Horaiyama-zu" is a very tasty view of trees, rocks, and mountains in the dista...
Silk
Cherry Blossoms Showa Period Scroll Japan 20c Artist Mataichiro Isoda Nihonga St
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Born in Kyoto, Isoda Mataichirô studied painting at the Kyoto City Specialist School of Painting. After graduating there he studied Japanese-style painting with Kikuchi Keigetsu. Tho...
Silk
Cherry Blossoms Showa Period Scroll Japan 20c Artist Mataichiro Isoda Nihonga st
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Name Kakejiku Calligraphy Kikuzu Paper Book Coloring Inscription (Shizushiro) Size Axis: 195 cm in length, 42.5 cm in width, 131.5 cm in length, 31.5 cm in width * Status I don't k...
Silk
Artists Miyao Jujin, Showa Period Bird and Plum Scroll Japan 20c Artist Nihonga
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
As you can see, Hisato Miyao, Okayama Prefecture, wrote "Shiraume" plum and warbler, and comes with a box. It is a plum and warbler figure expressed in a truly wonderful color, and...
Silk
Artists Miyao Jujin, Showa Period Bird and Plum Scroll Japan 20c Artist Nihonga
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
As you can see, this work depicts a sparrow in a bamboo grove with sunlight shining through it. ¦ Silk book / handwriting. ¦ There are some discolorations in the state era. ...
Silk
Artists Kawai Gyokudō Showa Period Scroll Japan 20c Artist Nihonga
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Kawai Gyokudo (?? ??, November 24, 1873-June 30, 1957) was the pseudonym of a Japanese painter in the Nihongo school, active from Meiji through Showa period Japan. His real name was ...
Silk
Artists Kawai Gyokudō Showa Period Scroll Japan 20c Artist Nihonga
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Kawai Gyokudo (?? ??, November 24, 1873-June 30, 1957) was the pseudonym of a Japanese painter in the Nihongo school, active from Meiji through Showa period Japan. His real name was ...
Silk
Artists Suiho Yano Showa Period Scroll Japan 20c Artist Nihonga
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
As you can see, it is a work of "Basho / Sparrow" drawn by Midori Yano. Under Basho, this work skillfully depicts the appearance of sparrows forming a flock and singing food. «Su...
Silk
Lovely Nihonga Scene Taisho / Showa Period Scroll Japan Artist Prunus Blossom
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
It is a work drawn by Doun as you can see. It is a simple yet calm white plum blossom map, which is very tasty. ¦Paper books and handwriting. ¦ State There is a little discol...
Silk
Lovely Nihonga Scene Taisho / Showa Period Scroll Japan Artist Landscape Figure
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Axis: Vertical 192 cm, horizontal 38.3 cm Inside: Vertical 130 cm, horizontal 35 cm some errors will occur in the dimensions. Please understand. I don't know the details of the aut...
Silk
Artists Kashiro Ashimi Meiji Period Bird Scroll Japan 20c Artist Nihonga
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
As you can see, Kashiro Asami brush flower and bird (sparrow) figure Axle. In addition to the flowers expressed in simple yet calm shades, the bird (sparrow) seen at the top is a w...
Silk
Lovely Nihonga Scene Meiji/Edo Period Scroll Japan Artist Flowers and Snow
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
As you can see, this is a work in which a snow fence and a cold peony sparrow figure was drawn by Mt. In addition to the cold snow peony in the snowfall that makes you feel a myster...
Silk
Antique Edo Period 19th c Woodblock Print - Kunisada Triptych The Little Princes
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Antique Edo Period 19th c Woodblock Print - Kunisada Triptych The Little Princess Visits the Shrine
Paper
Showa Period Two-Panel Screen
Located in Hudson, NY
Showa period two-panel Japanese screen. Dimensions: 67.5"H 1.25"D closed 33"W closed 66"W fully extended
Unavailable
H 43.71 in W 81.89 in D 0.79 in
20th Century Showa Period Beautiful Spring Garden Folding Screen Two Panels
Located in Brescia, IT
Early Showa period.
Paper
Japanese Folding Screen
Located in Hudson, NY
Japanese folding screen. Showa period. Two panels depicting a pair of ducks wading in a pond along a cherry blossom tree, bamboo shoots, grasses and flowers.
Paper
Six Panel Japanese Screen
Located in Hudson, NY
Showa period Japanese screen.
Japanese Six-Panel Screen
Located in Hudson, NY
Japanese six-panel screen. Showa period. Dimensions: 18"W closed 42.5"H 4"D closed 106"W fully extended
Japanese Two-Panel Screens
Located in Hudson, NY
Japanese two-panel screens. Showa period. Dimensions: 36"W closed 67"H 1.5"D closed 72"W fully extended
Japanese Two Panel Screen
Located in Hudson, NY
Japanese two panel screen, Showa period. Dimensions: 40.5" W closed. 1.5" D closed. 71" H. 81"W fully extended.
Two-Panel Japanese Screen
Located in Hudson, NY
Two-panel Japanese screen from the Showa period. Dimensions: 39.5" W closed. 74" H. 1.5" D closed. 79" W fully extended.
Japanese Two-Panel Screen
Located in Hudson, NY
Japanese two-panel screen from the Showa period.
Unavailable
H 68.51 in W 148.82 in D 0.79 in
Impressive Japanese Six-Panel Fan Screen, Meiji/Showa Period, Early 20th Century
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Wonderful gold silk screen with images of hand fans. Brocade border and back. Black lacquer frame with brass details. The hand fans on the screen are all different and creates an...
Silk
Two Panel Japanese Screen
Located in Hudson, NY
Two panel Japanese Screen from the Showa period depicting pheasant on a rock overlooking a pond bordered by pine tress, bamboo shoots and grasses.
Paper
Japanese Showa Period Four Panel Landscape Screen
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Exceptional Japanese ink and color pigments on paper four panel screen.
Brass
Japanese Showa Period Four Panel Screen Heron Landscape
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Delightful Japanese Showa period four-panel byobu screen. Depicting a siege of white herons in an idyllic blue landscape.
Wood, Paper
Japanese Showa Period Four-Panel Screen of Peonies
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Gorgeous Japanese Showa period four-panel byobu screen of white peonies.
Brass, Gold Leaf
Japanese Four Panel Showa Period Spring Tales Screen
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Idyllic Japanese four-panel Showa period screen probably from the narrative tales of Genji.
Brass
Japanese Four Panel Showa Period Narrative Tale Screen
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Colorful Japanese four-panel Showa period screen from a narrative tale, probably tales of Genji.
Brass
Japanese Two-Panel Showa Period Screen of Sika Deer
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Captivating Japanese two-panel Showa period screen depicting three Japanese Sika deer in foliage under a tree.
Brass
Japanese Showa Period Two-Panel Screen Cranes and Pine
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stunning Japanese Showa period two panel screen depicting red-crowned cranes in an ancient pine tree over crashing waves.
Brass, Gold Leaf
Showa Period Japanese Lacquered Board Urushi Crafts
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
We Japanese introduce unique items with unique aesthetics, purchasing routes, and ways that no one can imitate. It is a Japanese lacquered board made in the Showa period. I think i...
Wood
Showa Period Four Fold Embroidered Screen
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A Showa period four fold embroidered screen, each rectangular panel embroidered with abundant trailing white wisteria and pale grey egrets on a silk ground, above a lacquer panel, wi...
Japanese Six-Panel Showa Screen Tales of Genji
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Enchanting Japanese six-panel Showa period screen from the court narrative tales of Genji.
Silver Leaf
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H 60.24 in W 33.08 in D 1.58 in
Antique Japanese Ink Painting of Geese in Flight, Dated Showa Period, 1935
Located in Prahran, Victoria
Japanese ink painting of geese in flight above churning waves, the scene illuminated by a full moon hanging low in the background, dated 5th December, Showa period 10th year' (1935)....
Silk
Set of Six Japanese Showa Period Framed Painted Panels by Carlota Ige
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Fantastic set of six Japanese Showa period Nihonga school influence painted panels depicting a lovely flora and fauna landscape. Natural ink and color pigments are painted on mulberr...
Metal, Gold Leaf
Japanese Two-Panel Screen Marsh Flowers
Located in Hudson, NY
Japanese two-panel screen: Marsh Flowers. Showa period (1926-1945) painting of a small cultivated area of marsh with birds, including a green heron, marsh grasses, lotus blossoms, an...
Silk, Wood
Japanese Style Four Panel Screen Turquoise River Landscape
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Appears to be a Korean screen made during the Japanese occupation. Showa period screen with a rich aged, faded patina.
Wood, Paper
Japanese Folding Screen Flower Cart Showa Period
Located in Fulton, CA
A 4 panel Showa period Japanese folding screen depicting a flower cart.
Wood, Paint
Japanese Showa Period Four Panel Screen Egrets with Flowers
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Signed Japanese Showa period four-panel folding byobu screen featuring colorful chrysanthemums and hibiscus flowers with two egrets.
Brass
Japanese Showa Period Mounted Screen Manchurian Cranes with Pines
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Imposing Japanese Showa period two panel byobu screen later mounted in a large gilt and ebonized wood frame.
Silk, Wood
Japanese Showa Period Floral Foliate Four-Panel Screen
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Captivating Japanese Showa four-panel byobu screen depicting a floral and foliate scene. Interesting style in which the artist has created a painting with an aged and distressed pati...
Brass
Japanese Showa Period Six-Panel Gilt Screen with Blooming Cherry Tree
Located in Astoria, NY
Japanese Showa period six-panel gold leaf screen depicting a cherry tree in full bloom amidst various foliage and flowers.
Textile, Wood, Paper
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H 35.44 in W 60.63 in D 0.99 in
Japanese Four-Panel Folding Screen Byobu Signed Showa Period C.1950
Located in London, GB
Japan, C.1950 Showa Period An attractive example, beautifully hand-painted detailing.
Silk, Paper
Sold
H 36 in W 66 in D 1 in
Japanese Asian Signed Four-Panel Folding Byobu Showa Period Peacock Screen
Located in Studio City, CA
A truly beautiful four-panel Japanese Byobu folding screen depicting a majestic peacock with a tail of beautifully arrayed rich colors.
Gold Leaf
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H 36 in W 70 in D 1 in
Japanese Asian Signed Four-Panel Folding Byobu Showa Period Landscape Screen
Located in Studio City, CA
A gorgeous four-panel Japanese Byobu folding screen depicting a couple on the balcony of their Hillside home overlooking boaters on a lake and vast countryside landscape. The dark ri...
Gold Leaf
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H 36.25 in W 66.5 in D 0.75 in
Japanese Showa Period Four-Panel Screen 'Tales Of Genji' With Lady Murasaki
Located in Astoria, NY
Japanese four-panel screen, produced circa 1940s, within the Showa period (1926-1989), depicting the elegantly dressed Lady Murasaki Shikibu, the author of “Tales of Genji” the first...
Gold Leaf
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H 36 in W 66 in D 0.75 in
Japanese Asian Four-Panel Folding Byobu Showa Period Cherry Blossom Tree Screen
Located in Studio City, CA
A truly beautiful four-panel Showa period Japanese Byobu folding screen depicting playful birds amongst a majestic blooming cherry tree branch.
Gold Leaf
Japanese Showa Period Peacocks Painted on Silk
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Colorful Japanese ink and color on silk Showa painting of a pair of peacocks. Vivid colors and beautiful details with a signature and seal on right side bottom. Framed in a midcentur...
Silk, Plexiglass, Paper, Wood
Japanese Four Panel Showa Screen Retreat Mountain Landscape
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Serene Japanese four-panel Showa period screen depicting a Chinese scholar in a boat and officials playing go in a rustic mountain retreat along a river and mountain landscape.
Brass
Japanese Four Panel Showa Screen of Wild Ducks
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Fine Japanese four-panel Showa period screen depicting five wild ducks among reeds at a serene water landscape.
Silk, Wood, Paper
Japanese Two-Panel Showa Screen of Two Roosters
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Gorgeous Japanese two-panel Showa period screen depicting two roosters perched on a fence amid spring blossoms and pine.
Gold Leaf
Japanese Showa Four Panel Screen Gilt Moriage Flowers
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stunning Japanese Showa period screen depicting stylized gilt peonies and chrysanthemums in a moriage (raised pigment) style on rock work.
Brass
Japanese Four-Panel Showa Screen Spring Willow Tree
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Large Japanese four-panel Showa period screen depicting a willow tree in the spring.
Gold Leaf
Japanese Four-Panel Showa Screen Autumn Maple and Chrysanthemums
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Colorful Japanese four-panel Showa period screen depicting a Japanese maple (Momiji) and flowering Chrysanthemums in autumn, ink and color pigments on gold paper.
Brass
Japanese Showa Period Egret Painting by Miyata Yodo
By Miyata Yodo
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Ink and color on silk painting by Miyata Yodo of egret in red nandina or sacred bamboo. Beautiful representation of early Showa period (1926-1940) Japanese art by artist from the Sed...
Plexiglass, Wood, Paper, Silk
Early Showa Japanese Four Panel Screen Flora and Fauna
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Fantastic Japanese four panel Showa period screen depicting a river landscape with flora and fauna.
Brass, Gold Leaf
Japanese Two-Panel Showa Screen Birds under Cherry Tree
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Serene Japanese two-panel Showa period screen depicting a pair of birds resting on a bamboo fence.
Brass, Gold Leaf
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H 26.38 in W 25.99 in D 0.04 in
Japanese Antiques / Old Wrapping Paper from Early Showa Period / like Tapestries
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
We have an aesthetic sense peculiar to Japanese people. And we introduce the unique items that only we can do, the route of purchasing in Japan, the experience value so far, and the...
Paper
Mt Horai Scene Showa Period Scroll Japan 20c Artist Nihonga St
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
As you can see, it comes with a large flower brush coloring Horaiyama map / box. It is a magnificent view of Mt. Horai, and it is a very tasty work with carefully drawn pine branc...
Silk
Japanese Screen: Bamboo Grove
Located in Hudson, NY
Japanese two-panel screen, bamboo grove. Showa period (1926-1989) ink painting (sumi-e) on silver leaf.
Silver Leaf
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H 80.32 in W 28.35 in D 0.04 in
Lovely Owl at Night Nihonga Scene Taisho/Showa Period Scroll Japan Artist
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Although the condition is good, please understand the thin wrinkles. Please check the image for details. Biography Remark I don't know the details of the author, but this item is ...
Silk
Japanese Two-Panel Screen, Moonlit Sky
Located in Hudson, NY
Japanese Two Panel Screen: Moonlit Sky, Showa period (1926 - 1989) minimal ink painting (sumi-e) on mulberry paper with a very modern composition and feeling.
Wood, Paper
Japanese Four Panel Screen Spring Cherry Blossoms
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Gorgeous Japanese four panel Showa period screen depicting flowering cherry tree blossoms.
Brass, Gold Leaf
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H 75.79 in W 17.72 in D 0.04 in
Lovely Nihonga Scene Meiji/Edo Period Scroll Japan Artist Spring Prunus Blossom
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
As you can see, it is a praise of Japanese and old paintings. Shiraume, which is simple yet has a unique presence, is expressed, and it is a very tasty work combined with the sanct...
Silk
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H 67.72 in W 74.81 in D 0.79 in
20th Century, Japanese Two Panels Screen Showa Period, Painted on Rice Paper
Located in Brescia, IT
Japanese folding screen with two panels depicting mandarin ducks in a lake setting with pine trees and roses.
Paper
Japanese Rising Sun Screen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Japanese two-panel screen (byobu). Showa period, circa 1950s.
Paper
Two Fold Japanese Screen with Rabbits
Located in New York, NY
Two-panel Japanese screen with moon and rabbits. Showa period, circa 1930.
Paper
20th Century Showa Period Garden Folding Screen Two Panels
Located in Brescia, IT
Oriental Spring Garden: Japanese two-panel screen painted on rice paper from the Showa period.
Paper
Crackle Textured Handmade Ceramic Mushroom Lamp, Blue
By Ethan Streicher, Streicher Goods
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Every mushroom lamp is hand-made and hand-painted by Ethan Streicher, the founder and designer behind the Streicher Goods brand in Brooklyn, NY. The lamp's silhouette is simple and c...
Brass
$2,052 / item
H 40 in W 30 in D 0.03 in
"Vigne Fleurie" Signed Limited Edition Art Print by Christiane Lemieux - 30"x40"
Located in New York, NY
"Vigne Fleurie" is an exquisite limited edition fine art print that offers a modernist interpretation of a flowering vine set against a lush green colorfield. Each print is a view of...
Paper
Antique Japanese Ceramic Bowl, Hand-Painted Dragon Design, 1900
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
O/1393 - This bowl is more antique tha I wrote. This is one piece from a large collection of ancient pottery, gathered 35 years ago and never exhibited to the public. I woud like to...
Ceramic
19th Century Japanese Edo Screen Kano School Garden Terrace
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Fantastic 19th century Japanese Edo/Tokugawa period two-panel byobu screen featuring Chinese children frolicking on a garden terrace with a pavilion and large pine tree. Made in the ...
Brass, Gold Leaf
Japanese Showa Two Panel Screen Egrets in Grass
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stunning Japanese Showa period two-panel folding byobu screen depicting three egrets in the grass at a pond. The large screen features a dramatic gold leaf square background with nat...
Wood, Paper
Japanese Edo Four Panel Screen Flowering Peony Prunus Magnolia
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Early 19th century Japanese Edo/Tokugawa period four panel folding byobu table screen featuring peony, prunus, and magnolia. Painted with ink and natural color pigments on silk with ...
Brass
$6,060
H 37.01 in W 107.88 in D 0.99 in
Evolving Elegance: An Oxidized Silver Screen from the Meiji Period
Located in Fukuoka, JP
This anodized 6-panel screen captures the serene and minimalistic beauty of a bamboo grove, embodying the aesthetic principles of the Edo period. The screen features subtle and delic...
Silver Leaf
$5,516
H 67.72 in Dm 38.19 in
Antique Japanese Folding Chamber Screen / Paravent 20th century Japan Cranes
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A super nice Meiji period 19th c Japanese Chamber Screen. Also usuable as wall mounted screen. Stunning piece!
Bronze
$16,477 / item
H 53.15 in W 125.99 in D 59.06 in
Oval Brass and Parchment Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Beautiful chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires, this other version of the spider chandelier has longer arms on the sides giving the oval shape. The metal arms paint...
Metal, Brass
Pair of Painted Chinoiserie Panels
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 1960s painted panels depicting trees and birds. Measurements: Height: 44" Width: 26.25".
Wood
B20 Japanese Antiques 6panels, Silver Paper, folding Screen
Located in Niiza, JP
Silver-covered folding screen Material: Paper on wooden frame One piece: W600×H1745mm×D20mm, Unfolded size: W3630mm Folded size: W615×H1745×D105mm, 12kg Estimate packing size: (sandw...
Paper
Japanese antique screen - EDO period - Willow over a stream
Located in Prahran, Victoria
Antique Japanese 6 panel screen from the early Edo period (C1650). One of a pair (both available). This magnificent golden screen shows an omnipotent or 'gods eye' view, down through...
Gold Leaf
Early 20th Century Japanese Nihonga Screen. Bamboo Forest.
Located in Kyoto, JP
Anonymous Bamboo Forest Early Taisho era. Circa 1910-1915. Six-panel Japanese Screen. Mineral pigment, gofun and ink on silk. A six-panel Japanese folding screen, painted on silk in...
Silk
$1,800
H 59.85 in W 59.45 in D 0.79 in
B31 Japanese Antiques 2panels, paper, folding Screen with flower
Located in Niiza, JP
Material: paper on wooden frame One piece: W755×H1520mm×D15mm, Unfolded size: W1510mm Folded size: W755×H1520×D30mm, 5kg Packaging (sandwiched with 5-10mm plywood): 12cm x 83cm x 16...
Paper
Japanese Edo Period Two-Panel Screen
Located in Stamford, CT
A Japanese Edo Period two panel folding screen with white and brown hawks of ink and color on paper.
Paper
Pair of Chinese Watercolour on Silk Paintings, China, c.1940
Located in London, GB
A pair of Chinese watercolour on silk paintings, China, C.1940. Framed in its original silk brocade border. Presented unframed. In excellent vintage condition.
Silk, Paint
Traditional Asian paintings were often created on scrolls and folding screens. Artisans made screens that could be folded up or spread out by connecting several panels using hinges. Today, antique Asian folding screens and paintings are sophisticated decorative accents that can serve as makeshift partitions to ensure privacy.
The original folding screens were created by Chinese artists. The earliest record of screens comes from the 2nd century B.C., and surviving examples date back to the Ming dynasty. Chinese painting utilizes many of the same tools as calligraphy — these screens were crafted from wood with painted panels featuring striking art or calligraphy that told cultural stories or represented nature and life in the area.
The practice was introduced to Japan, where paintings for screens were made on paper and silk, in the 8th century. These paintings frequently feature subjects such as landscapes, animals, flowers and Buddhist religious themes. Along with screens for tea ceremonies and dance backgrounds, there were screens for use in Shinto and Buddhist temples.
In the 17th century, screens began to be imported to Europe where their popularity grew. Coco Chanel famously collected Coromandel folding screens.
Traditional Asian paintings can make a tasteful addition to any wall, and screens can be used as decoration or, in the case of larger iterations, as an aesthetic way to divide a large room. Browse the selection of antique Asian paintings and screens from a variety of styles and eras on 1stDibs.