Byobu Stellschirm 176 x 160
Antique 2-part Japanese folding screen. Width: 2 x 88 cm, height: 160 cm. Aesthetic room divider or decorative art object. The picture shows a nature scene at the beginning of the transition from winter to spring. In the foreground a branch with delicate plum blossoms, a tree with leaves, plants and rocks below, clouds in the background. The state of preservation and the gold leaf background indicate an older painting, circa 17th or 18th century. Stylistically attributable to the Kano school.
|
|
||
|
Subscribe To When In Stock
Subscribe To When In StockWe'll slide into your inbox when the product is back in stock.
You have successfully subscribed to this product
|
Japanese folding screens, known as byōbu, combine art and functionality. These multi-piece folding screens consist of several panels and serve as decorative room dividers. They are typically decorated with beautiful paintings and calligraphy. Originating in China, the first screens arrived in Japan in the 8th century. Over time, the Japanese developed them into a distinct art form, with characteristic motifs, materials, and production techniques. They reached their heyday during the Momoyama period (1573-1603) and the early Edo period (1603-1868), when they became a status symbol of the samurai. During this period, gold leaf was often used as a background, giving the rooms an aura of wealth and power. The motifs on the screens are varied, ranging from detailed nature scenes to historical events, everyday scenes and allegorical images. As such, they are an important part of art history, reflecting cultural, social and political developments over the centuries. In modern living spaces, byōbu are a practical and aesthetic furnishing element. They serve as stylish room dividers, decorative art objects, artistic contrasts or impressive backdrops. Byōbu can enliven neglected corners of a room. Small byōbu can also be hung like paintings.
