Japanese Showa Four Panel Screen Prunus With Songbirds

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Spectacular late 20th century Japanese Showa period four panel byobu screen depicting blossoming spring prunus or plum trees with songbirds … Read more Spectacular late 20th century Japanese Showa period four panel byobu screen depicting blossoming spring prunus or plum trees with songbirds in flight. The screen features a dramatic metallic silver gilt background that radiates light. The screen is intricately painted with vibrant color pigments. The painting is set into an ebonized black lacquered wood frame with a chic light yellow silk brocade border. The birds have a stylized almost iridescent look on the vibrant green finish. Exceptional condition given age and use. Made in the Nihonga school style and signed by artist Shunrai with a seal that reads Shun. Beautifully painted with a Rimpa school Tarashikomi style on the prunus trees. From an estate in San Francisco, CA.

Dimensions: 70"w x .75"d x 36"h

Circa: Late 20th Century, Japan

Materials: Brass, Paper, Silk, Wood

Condition: Condition: Good, wear consistent with age and use. Beautifully crafted with solid joinery and construction. Very good condition as seen in photos with age appropriate wear. Minor fading throughout which is difficult to see. Signature has fading. See less