A Japanese Byobu Screen Painted On Paper With Natural Pigments

A Japanese byobu screen, painted on paper with natural pigments and inks with accurate details, depicting the theme of life slipping away quickly. Under the shade of the pine tree, an elderly couple approaches a pair of turtles.
The elderly couple and the thousand-year-old turtles represent a link between the past and the present, underlining the value of contemplation in Japanese culture.

Period: Edo 19th century
Dimensions: 166 x 351 cm.
Conservation status: Good condition. There are some vertical damp spots and paper cracking, especially between the 2nd and 3rd panels at the bottom. There is a stain at the bottom of the 5th panel. The wooden frame shows wear. The paper on the back has defects with holes.