Vouwscherm met ganzen – bladzilver, gelakt hout, zijde, moerbeipapier, Zijde – Japan – Meiji periode (1868-1912)

Een indrukwekkende hoge zesdelige byôbu 屏風 (folding screen) die een zwerm ganzen in vlucht boven de zee afbeeldt.Set against a heavily oxidized silver leaf ground, the composition shows a dynamic group of fifteen geese, rendered in white and brown tones. The birds are captured from varying angles, some seen in profile, others from behind.Daaronder ontvouwt zich een onstuimige zee, met kolkende golven en schuimende koppen en spattende verspreide druppels.Executed in pigments and ink on mulberry paper with silver leaf, the screen is bordered by two silk trims, a slender golden inner band and a broad green outer border. The panels are set within a red lacquered wooden frame.Period: Japan –Meiji period (1868-1912).Dimensions:Totale breedte 347,2 cm (2 × 59,2 cm, 4 × 57,2 cm); hoogte 172,2 cmConsidering its age, the screen is in very good condition, with traces of wear and restorations on both sides, including some touch-ups of the painting and silver leaf. Please refer to the photos for a clear condition reference.The folding screen is ideal for mounting flat on a wall and presenting as a single work of art, but can of course also be placed as a standalone piece.When shipped, we will add a certificate of authenticity.