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THB19th C. Japanese Meiji Kano Gilt 6 Panel Byobu Screen
Lot 77a
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Artemis Fine Arts
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Selling antiquities, ancient and ethnographic art online since 1993, Artemis Gallery specializes in Classical Antiquities (Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Near Eastern), Asian, Pre-Columbian, African / Tribal / Oceanographic art. Our extensive inventory includes pottery, stone, metal, wood, glass and textil...Read more
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Explore a world of classical antiquities and ethnographic masterpieces, with treasures from every corner of the globe. Discover Egyptian relics, Greek and Roman artifacts, Etruscan elegance, Near Eastern wonders, and Asian heritage. Marvel at Pre-Columbian marvels, Native American artistry, African tribal expressions, and Oceanic cultural gems. Spanish Colonial legacies, Russian craftsmanship, and a spectrum of fine and visual arts await, offering a captivating journey through history and artistry, connecting cultures across time. Artemis Fine Arts info@artemisgallery.com
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East Asia, Japan, Meiji to Showa period, ca. mid-19th to early 20th century CE. A remarkable six-panel folding screen (byobu) showcasing a panoramic landscape painting in the Kano School style. The composition features lush white and pink peonies, possibly red chrysanthemums, and a bamboo fence set against a flowing river and rocky outcroppings. Billowing golden mist in the foreground, along with the radiant gold leaf background, creates a sense of opulence and depth. The artwork is likely mounted on lightweight bamboo lattice panels, framed with traditional silk brocade borders and lacquered wood trim. Decorative brass fittings adorn the edges of the lacquered end trim. The reverse side is covered with a warm beige paper and black woodblock-printed geometric motif. Made with pure and high quality gold, these embellishments elevate byobu screens as symbols of luxury and high social status. Size of single end panel: 25" W x 67" H (63.5 cm x 170.2 cm; unfolded full length: 146" L x 67" H (370.8 cm x 170.2 cm); gold quality 60% to 100% (equivalent to 14K+ to 24K)
The creation of such screens begins with meticulously applying squares of gold leaf, then the opaque ink and pigmented scenes are painted on top. Artists may then enhance the surface with various gilding techniques, such as gold mud and gold dust, to create rich textural effects. The Kano school is one of the most renowned painting traditions in Japanese art history. Emerging in the late 15th century, it remained the dominant style until the late Meiji period. Over time, the school branched into multiple lineages, with both direct descendants of the Kano family and numerous artists trained in its workshops contributing to its legacy. Some painters joined the family through marriage and took on the Kano name, while others were formally adopted. Initially influenced by Chinese painting, the school developed a distinctive approach that combined bold colors and strong outlines, particularly in large-scale works created for castle interiors, while also maintaining mastery of monochrome ink painting in traditional Chinese styles. Kano artists were highly trained professionals who primarily served the nobility, shoguns, and emperors, producing works across various formats and themes. Though official patronage declined with the Meiji period, the Kano style persisted into the early 20th century.
Provenance: private Los Angeles, California, USA collection
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#192230Unsigned. Rubbing to gilt paper and some areas of repair with gilt / gold pigments repainted. Stains and some discoloration. Several tears to wood block paper on the verso of the screen. Screen is sturdy and folds easily. Overall gorgeous and well preserved.Condition
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