A 6-PANEL KANŌ SCHOOL-STYLE HINAGATA BYÔBU 雛形屏風

A delightful, six-panel hinagata byôbu 雛形屏風 (doll festival folding screen) showcases a Kanō School-style painting, capturing a tranquil natural landscape.

The scene is dominated by an aged, leaning white cherry tree 桜 (sakura), its branches adorned with blossoms in full bloom, extending across the panels. Positioned at the tranquil bend of a gently winding river, the base of its mossy trunk is embellished with red camellias 椿 (tsubaki). Various small birds flutter and dart about.

Signed and sealed on the left side. Signed ‘Painted by Hôunsai’ 豊雲齋筆, sealed in red: ‘Fujiwara […]un’ 藤原[…]雲.

Colour and ink on paper. The painting is surrounded by a broad paper border with a soft pink wood bloack printed design of gourds and scrolling foliage. Protected by a red lacquered wooden frame.

Period: Japan – Late Meiji period/Taishô period (First quarter 20th century).

Dimensions: Total width: 161.8 cm (2 x 27.7 cm and 4 x 26.6 cm), Height 56.8 cm.

Considering its age in a very good original condition with some paper wear along the hinges. Please have a look at the photos for a clear condition reference.

The folding screen is ideal for mounting flat on a wall and presenting as a single work of art.