
Description
Elegant Japanese 4-panel folding painted byobu (screen) depicting scene with a Chinese noble man and his guards in boats. Singed by artist. Gouache and ink on paper. Silk border. Lacquered black wood frame with engraved copper corners. Paper on back. Japan, ShÅwa era, c. 1970-1980s. Very good condition - minor age overall, two very small and barely visible repairs on 4th panel, two repairs on paper back, strong hinges, clean, sturdy.
Overall fully unfolded 71"W x 0.75"D x 36"H
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Very good condition - minor age overall, two very small and barely visible repairs on 4th panel, two repairs on paper back, strong hinges, clean, sturdy.
Dimensions:
Height: 36 in.
Width: 71 in.
Depth: 0.75 in.
Category: Screens & Room Dividers
Origin: Japan
Materials: Gouache, Metal, Paper, Pen and Ink, Silk, Watercolor, Wood
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Overall fully unfolded 71"W x 0.75"D x 36"H
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Very good condition - minor age overall, two very small and barely visible repairs on 4th panel, two repairs on paper back, strong hinges, clean, sturdy.
Dimensions:
Height: 36 in.
Width: 71 in.
Depth: 0.75 in.
Category: Screens & Room Dividers
Origin: Japan
Materials: Gouache, Metal, Paper, Pen and Ink, Silk, Watercolor, Wood
Shipping:
Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Very good condition - minor age overall, two very small and barely visible repairs on 4th panel, two repairs on paper back, strong hinges, clean, sturdy.
Buyer's Premium
20%
1970s ShÅwa Era Japanese 4-Panel Painted Byobu Screen
Estimate $1,420-$4,250
Starting Price
$300
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Classical and Contemporary
Mar 27, 2026 4:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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