Hard to find motif.

Japan, a good two-panel gold screen Byobu of simple but highly detailed brush strokes on cream ground paper, in a serene, peaceful mood as a Mountain Tea House encounter unfolds in the foreground. Pines, peaks, and sharp terrain envelopes the retreat.

The screen dates to the Taisho period, early 20th century

It is signed.

Enticing and unusual subject matter, this simple rendition is skillfully and tastefully rendered in mineral paint pigments on paper . The black lacquered wood perfectly frames the blue silk brocade border of this calming and tasteful early 20th century composition.

Overall fine condition save for a few blemishes here and there.

Dimensions: 68.5 inches high and 70.5 inches wide extended.

Photographed in natural light.

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We have been dealing in authentic Japanese, Chinese, European, and Asian Fine art, antiquities, garden ornaments, lanterns and water basins for 25 years. Our president personally travels to Japan, Europe and China each year to meet his network partners who assist him in finding best examples. He personally inspects each antique work of art to ensure its old age, authenticity and quality condition. After accumulating a group, they are imported to Vermont in large containers. This method keeps shipping costs low and enables us to offer them to you at reasonable prices. We ship internationally.