Japanese Showa Four Panel Screen Gilt Moriage Flowers

Description

Stunning Japanese Showa period screen depicting stylized gilt peonies and chrysanthemums in a moriage (raised pigment) style on rock work. … more Stunning Japanese Showa period screen depicting stylized gilt peonies and chrysanthemums in a moriage (raised pigment) style on rock work. The scene features colorful silver and gilt metallic finishes over a gold square background. The painting is set in an unusual gilt painted frame with a light silk brocade border and patinated brass trim on the borders and corners. Very good condition given age and use. From an estate in San Francisco, CA. Kyoto, Japan label on verso corner.

Dimensions: 73.5"w x 0.75"d x 36.25"h

Circa: 20th Century, Japan

Materials: Brass, Giltwood, Paper, Silk

Condition: Good, wear consistent with age and use. Beautifully crafted with solid joinery. Good condition with age appropriate wear, minor fading, chips at joints which are very difficult to see. Paper loss on reverse side (small). less