A Six-panel Screen Depicting Six Dragons Painted On Paper With A Gold Leaf Background

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Object description :

"A Six-panel Screen Depicting Six Dragons Painted On Paper With A Gold Leaf Background"

A six-panel screen depicting six dragons painted on paper with a gold leaf background. Each dragon, depicted in flight among the clouds, shows different postures, movements and expressions. The visual effect is emphasized by the refined contrast between the gold background and the fluid brush strokes that bring the dragons to life.
Signed Igarashi Shunmei (1700-1781) with seal.

Period: Edo 19th century.
Dimensions: 172 x 378 cm.
Conservation status: Excellent general condition. There is slight wear to the gold leaf, cracks and slight stains on the paper. The black lacquer frame has wear and restorations along the outer edge and on the back.

Price: 3 600 €

Period: 19th century
Style: Asian art
Condition: Excellent condition

Material: Paper
Width: 378 cm
Height: 172 cm

Reference: 1493605