Six-panel screen. Edo period, 18th century.

Six-panel screen. Edo period, 18th century.
Hand painted and lacquered wood.
It shows wear.
Measurements: 170 x 137 cm. each panel.

Six-panel screen, representing floral bouquets of peonies and other flowers with juicy corollas. The showy petals in mauve and white tones stand out against the dark background. Chrysanthemums, peonies and cherry blossoms, among others, were highly appreciated by Japanese painters for their symbolism and beauty. They follow designs that reflect the taste for nature and the meticulous detail characteristic of Japanese art of that time, which was also appreciated in the painters and craftsmen of the Rinpa school. The colors and shapes in these screens were intended to materialize the harmony between man and nature. Through their aesthetic influence, these paravents not only served to divide spaces in homes, but also to display the high status of the owners, as they were luxury items.

The Edo period was an era of great cultural flourishing in Japan, especially in the decorative arts. During this time, various art forms developed, such as painting, ceramics, wood engraving and interior design. The screens of this era were known not only for their functionality, but also for their aesthetic beauty. Panels were often decorated with details of nature, everyday life, and mythological figures, as well as incorporating elements of landscape painting and floral design.