Japanese Showa Four-Panel Screen Wild Geese Autumn Landscape

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Gorgeous 20th century Japanese Showa period four-panel byōbu folding screen depicting a late autumn/early winter landscape with wild geese (kari) … Read more Gorgeous 20th century Japanese Showa period four-panel byōbu folding screen depicting a late autumn/early winter landscape with wild geese (kari) in flight and at rest along a tranquil waterscape. The landscape scene features a graceful willow tree having a light dusting of snow amid delicate marsh grasses. Beautifully hand-painted in the Nihonga school tradition. The painting features ink and natural mineral color pigments on paper with a dramatic luminous gold leaf square background. The composition highlights seasonal transition, negative space, and refined natural detail. Presented in a traditional black lacquered wood frame with silk brocade borders. Signed by artist with a seal lower right reading Koha-hitsu香葉筆 (koha=fragrant leaf, hitsu = brush of). Wild Geese are traditionally associated with the autumn season. From an estate in San Francisco, CA.

Dimensions: 71"w x .5"d x 36"h

Circa: 20th Century, Japan

Materials: Brass, Paper, Silk, Wood

Condition: Good, minor wear consistent with age and use. Beautifully crafted with age appropriate wear and patina. Very good, well preserved condition as seen in photos. Minor fading, scuffs, and small chips to frame finish which are difficult to see. See less