Japanese Four Panel Showa Period Narrative Tale Screen

$1,500.00

Colorful Japanese four-panel Showa period screen from a narrative tale, probably tales of Genji. Features five noble characters in elaborate robes, one riding a white horse among pines, painted over a dark background of gilt squares. Set in a black lacquered frame with a light silk brocade border and patinated metal embellishments on the frame. The painting is signed and sealed on the lower right side. From an estate in Los Angeles, CA.

Dimensions: 71"w x .75"d x 36"h

Circa: Mid-20th Century, Japan

Materials: Lacquered Wood, Hand-Painted Paper, Brass, Silk

Condition: Good, minor wear consistent with age and use. Excellent joinery with age appropriate wear and patinated metal accents on the frame.