Vintage Japanese Byobu With Painted Lotus Flowers 4 Panels Folding Screen

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Japanese four-panel Byobu folding screen featuring hand-painted with white lotus flowers on a gold-leaf ground, signed with the artist's red … Read more Japanese four-panel Byobu folding screen featuring hand-painted with white lotus flowers on a gold-leaf ground, signed with the artist's red seal, with patterned textile backing and gold-toned frame.

Measures approximately
Opened - 36.25 x 72.5 x 0.5 inches
Closed - 36.25 x 18.25 x 2.5 inches

Acquired from estate auction in 2026.

About the Art

In Buddhism and Hinduism, the white lotus is revered as a sacred, unstained flower rising from "muddy" or murky waters, symbolizing the journey from worldly desires to spiritual enlightenment.
The gold background highlights the sacred nature of the lotus, representing a divine, radiant light or heavenly realm. It reflects light, enhancing the sense of profound, quiet beauty.
The lotus cycles between submerging at night and rising with the sun, representing resurrection, regeneration, and the resilience to bloom even from harsh conditions.
Frequently found in Asian art, particularly Japanese screen painting, this combination symbolizes the ability to remain pure and tranquil, untainted by the mundane world. See less