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Print on paper, fragment of "Summer and Autumn Flowers," Tawaraya Sōtatsu, Rimpa school, 1990s - Japan
Support technique: Print on …
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Print on paper, fragment of "Summer and Autumn Flowers," Tawaraya Sōtatsu, Rimpa school, 1990s - Japan
Support technique: Print on paper
Title of work: "Summer and Autumn Flowers"
Period: 1990s
Country of origin: Japan
Good condition commensurate with age and use
Overall dimensions: 101 x 79 x 3.5 cm
Unframed dimensions: 75 x 54 cm
Fantastic print on paper of a fragment of the screen "Summer and Autumn Flowers," an original work by Tawaraya Sōtatsu, founder of the Rimpa school, from the 17th century. The piece corresponds to the left side of the composition and focuses on the representation of a varied array of plants arranged against a gold background.
The work features ears of wheat, ears of corn accompanied by reddish flowers that may be poppies, lilies, and other unidentified flowers, including swamp rhubarb leaves and kerria. The entire screen conveys a temporal progression: from species associated with spring, such as swamp rhubarb and kerria, to the fullness of summer, with wheat and corn, interspersed with flowers associated with the autumn period.
The original screen from which this fragment belongs is now housed in the collection of the Smithsonian Institution's National Museum of Asian Art.
The Importance of the Screen in the Edo Period
During the Edo period (1603–1868), in a context of peace and cultural isolation, screens took on a central role in daily and ceremonial life. Beyond their practical function as space dividers, they were symbols of social prestige, commissioned by courtiers, samurai, and wealthy merchants. Their workmanship, using wood, silk, or paper, and the addition of gold backgrounds, reinforced their sumptuous character. I have official proof of authenticity such as vintage catalogs,
designer records,
or other literature sources and take full responsibility for any authenticity issues arising
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- Dimensions
- 31.1ʺW × 1.57ʺD × 39.76ʺH
- Period
- 1990s
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Crystal
- Paper
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Black
- Condition Notes
- Very Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use. Very Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use. less
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