Japanese 6-panel Screen - The Tale Of Genji
Ink and colored pigments on paper and gold leaf. Prince Genji is depicted in various scenes with courtesans—some of whom are playing the game of Go—or with nobles in several pavilions.
A major work of Japanese literature (Genji Monogatari) from the Heian period (11th century), this novel is attributed to Murasaki Shikibu.
It chronicles the life of Prince Genji, a man of great beauty, a poet, and a charmer all at once.
Through her incisive and critical eye, Murasaki Shikibu describes, over the course of more than ten years, with great precision and a critical eye, the mores of the imperial court, seduction, cuckolded husbands, and scorned courtesans...
The folding screen depicts Genji in various situations among courtesans and other dignitaries, attending dances or, no doubt, listening to poetry.
Dimensions: 121 x 285 cm. Edo period (1603–1868). 18th/19th century.
A major work of Japanese literature (Genji Monogatari) from the Heian period (11th century), this novel is attributed to Murasaki Shikibu.
It chronicles the life of Prince Genji, a man of great beauty, a poet, and a charmer all at once.
Through her incisive and critical eye, Murasaki Shikibu describes, over the course of more than ten years, with great precision and a critical eye, the mores of the imperial court, seduction, cuckolded husbands, and scorned courtesans...
The folding screen depicts Genji in various situations among courtesans and other dignitaries, attending dances or, no doubt, listening to poetry.
Dimensions: 121 x 285 cm. Edo period (1603–1868). 18th/19th century.
7 500 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Asian art
Condition: Good condition
Material: Paper
Width: 285
Height: 121
Reference (ID): 1803293
Availability: In stock
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