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Japanese Two Panel Screen: Heike

Offered by: Naga Antiques

Description
A scene from the Heike wars (12th century wars) showing two high ranking samurai warriors of the Genji clan, Sasaki Shiro Takatsuna and Kajiwara Genta Kagesue, racing each other on horseback across the churning water. Each hoping to be the first to reach the other shore in order to launch the attack on Yoshinaka’s garrisons. With gold flecks and gold dust creating a gold cloud effect. Mineral pigments on mulberry paper with silk brocade border and black lacquer trim.

More Information

Origin:	Japan
Period:	18th Century
Condition:	Good.
Styles / Movements:	Asian Art
Dealer Reference #:	S1937
Incollect Reference #:	720184

Dimensions

W.	73.75 in;	H.	60 in;	D.	0.75 in;
W.	187.33 cm;	H.	152.4 cm;	D.	1.91 cm;

Message from Seller:

Naga Antiques celebrates 45 years as a leading source of fine Asian antiques, specializing in Japanese screens, bronzes, ceramics, porcelains, fine lacquer objects, sculpture, and furniture. Our inventory of over 300 Japanese screens ranges from the 16th century to the 20th century. Our gallery also features Art Deco, American Modern, Continental, and Biedermeier furniture and assorted objects