Antique Chinese Four-Panel Lacquer Screen – Hand-Painted Garden Scene With Female Figures

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An exquisite antique Chinese four-panel screen, richly finished in a deep oxblood red lacquer, showcasing exceptional hand-painted artistry and timeless … Read more An exquisite antique Chinese four-panel screen, richly finished in a deep oxblood red lacquer, showcasing exceptional hand-painted artistry and timeless elegance. The primary side presents a refined courtly tableau, featuring a group of royal ladies engaged in musical performance within a tranquil garden setting. The composition is delicately rendered, with finely detailed elements including flowering trees, jagged scholar’s rocks, distant mountains, and the partial architecture of a traditional pavilion, all combining to evoke a scene of cultured leisure and imperial grace.

Each panel is bordered with classic decorative motifs that frame the central artwork with understated refinement. The reverse side offers a more restrained yet equally elegant design: a sparse arrangement of blooming lotus flowers, peonies, and native flora, carefully painted to balance simplicity with sophistication. The lacquer retains a beautiful, time-earned patina, with only minimal wear including a small chip and a single visible scratch—both of which are consistent with age and do not detract from the overall visual impact or integrity of the piece.

The screen is in excellent vintage condition, with four hinged panels that are easily joined or separated to suit spatial and decorative needs. Each panel measures 18 inches wide by 72 inches tall, for a total width of approximately 76 inches when fully extended. This exceptional example of traditional Chinese decorative arts offers not only historical significance but also a commanding visual presence, making it an ideal statement piece for discerning collectors or interior designers seeking cultural depth and artistic refinement. See less