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Japanese Six Panel Screen: Glorious Painting of Lady Murasaki on Lake Biwa

Origin

Japan

Period

19th Century

Dimensions

W.	148 in;	H.	68.5 in;	D.	0.75 in;
W.	375.92 cm;	H.	173.99 cm;	D.	1.91 cm;

Creation Date

1800

Description

Edo period (c. 1800) painting of a scene from the Tale of Genji, sometimes referred to as the world’s first novel. It was written in the 11th century by Murasaki Shikibu, a noblewoman, in a combination of poetry, prose, and journal-like writing. The book is about a fictional Prince of Genji and his seductions and romances as an aristocrat in Heian era (794 – 1185) Japan. The height of Tosa School painting with outstanding execution of heavy gold clouds and heavy gold dust giving the screen a special glow. A wonderful peaceful and serene painting in which Lady Murasaki rides a boat on Lake Biwa. Painted in mineral pigments, gold leaf and gold dust on mulberry paper. Pair available, sold separately.

Styles / Movements

Asian Art

Dealer Reference Number

S1386

Incollect Reference Number

411234