Vintage Chinese Four-Panel Screen with Silver Ground and Hand-Painted Cranes

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This vintage Chinese four-panel screen features a striking depiction of red-crowned cranes set against a luminous silver-colored ground. Rendered in … Read more This vintage Chinese four-panel screen features a striking depiction of red-crowned cranes set against a luminous silver-colored ground. Rendered in a bold, stylized manner, the five cranes are arranged in a dynamic vertical composition—some standing, others in flight—surrounded by billowing black and silver cloud forms. Their finely detailed feathers are painted in earthy ochre tones with bold black accents and touches of red, while their elongated limbs and beaks lend a strong sense of rhythm and movement.

Unlike similar screens with gold backgrounds, this version showcases a silver ground, which softens the overall palette and allows the crane figures to emerge with heightened contrast and visual clarity. The birds—symbols of longevity and fidelity in Chinese art—appear in various poses, including one with a fish in its beak, reinforcing themes of abundance and prosperity.

Mounted on a wooden frame with exposed side hinges and square feet, the screen can be displayed freestanding or mounted flat as wall art. A dramatic focal point for modern interiors, it pairs well with both minimalist and maximalist decor, offering a bold yet elegant presence. See less