Post-1940s Showa Japanese Painted Silk Byobu "Blossoming Sakura and Pheasant" Screen

Description

Lovely vintage Japanese 4-panel folding painted byobu (screen) depicting a peaceful landscape with a blossoming sakura and pheasant. Singed by … more Lovely vintage Japanese 4-panel folding painted byobu (screen) depicting a peaceful landscape with a blossoming sakura and pheasant. Singed by artist. Gouache and ink on silk. Silk border. Lacquered black wood frame with engraved copper corners showing age patina. Paper on back. This screen was purchased by an Air Force officer stationed Misawa AFB 77-80, in Japan in late 1970s. He and his family left Japan for the United States in 1980, and according to his son, for about 45-50 year this piece was at their house. Japan, Shōwa era, post-1940s. Excellent condition - minor age overall, no damages, strong hinges, clean, sturdy.

Overall fully unfolded 66.25"W x 0.75"D x 35.6"H less