Sold 18 January 2025 · David Robinson Antiques

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Description

A beautifully painted late 19th century black laquer four fold screen. Each fold is profusely decorated with a gold and red laquer spray of flowers, birds and butterflies to the front and fans to the reverse. The hinges are made of silver with chrysanthemum mons.

Date of Manufacture

David Robinson Antiques has dated this Japanese Lacquer Screen to the 1880s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

130cm (51.18")

Width

280cm (110.24")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1108874

Description

A beautifully painted late 19th century black laquer four fold screen.

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Each fold is profusely decorated with a gold and red laquer spray of flowers, birds and butterflies to the front and fans to the reverse.

David Robinson Antiques

The hinges are made of silver with chrysanthemum mons.

Date of Manufacture

David Robinson Antiques has dated this Japanese Lacquer Screen to the 1880s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

130cm (51.18")

Width

280cm (110.24")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1108874

About the Dealer

David Robinson Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2023

Dealer Profile

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David Robinson Antiques

Telephone 07860 307887

Location

Stand 26
The Admiral Vernon Arcade
Portobello Road
London
United Kingdom

Or by appointment.

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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectFolding Screens
Period19th century
StyleTraditional Japanese
MaterialWood, Lacquer, Gilt Paint
ColourBlack and Gold
MotifsFloral botanicals, Avian figures, Arch top panels, Hinged folds
SizeH 130 cm (51 in) x W 280 cm (110 in)

FAQs

Lacquerware techniques in Japan date back thousands of years, with folding screens traditionally used in elite interiors to divide rooms and block draughts.

These pieces are typically built from lightweight wood panels coated with multiple layers of natural tree sap lacquer, often featuring inlaid mother-of-pearl or metallic pigments.

Authentication involves examining the depth of the lacquer finish, hand-carved details, traditional joinery, and natural ageing signs such as fine craquelure.

Position the screen against a neutral wall to highlight its intricate surface, or use it to subtly zone open-plan living spaces.

Keep lacquer items away from direct sunlight and extreme humidity fluctuations, cleaning only with a soft, dry cloth without chemical polishes.