"Lotus and Egrets", Circa 1980s Shōwa Era Japanese Byobu Screen

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Lovely 4-panel Japanese painted byobu (folding screen), depicts a graceful scene at the pond, with Lotus Flowers and Leaves, and … Read more Lovely 4-panel Japanese painted byobu (folding screen), depicts a graceful scene at the pond, with Lotus Flowers and Leaves, and two Egrets. Signed and sealed by artist. Gouache, watercolor and ink on gold-leaf style foil plates over paper. Silk border. Lacquered black wood frame with beautifully engraved copper corners and medallions, showing some age patina. Paper on back. Black metal stretcher and two Asian style brass hangers, to connect the outer panels to the inner ones, and 4 tiny nails, are included. Japan, late Shōwa Era, circa 1980s to early 1990s. Very Good condition - no damage to the painting nor back, minor age wear overall, some damage to the lower back edges of the frame and one chip on the upper back side of the frame (image #17), strong joints, clean, sturdy.

Overall fully unfolded 69.70"W x 0.75"D x 35.90"H See less