26 420 038

Jidai Byobu

Late Edo Period (approx. 1780–1867)

Antique Rising Moon Painting II

¥1,200,000(tax included)

An artist's aesthetic vision
awakened in the modern era.

This Jidai Byobu is crafted from a rare, late-Edo period painting that originally depicted a magnificent full moon rising over a vast field of Japanese pampas grass across a grand two-panel screen. The artist's ingenious sensibility shines through the use of Gofun applied along the crest of the moon—which is formed by the natural tone of the paper—adding both a radiant luster and a tactile dimensionality. By focusing the composition on a dramatic segment of the moon's sweeping arc, the piece projects a highly artistic, almost abstract presence.

*Gofun: A traditional Japanese white pigment made from pulverized sea shells, used to create textured, raised details.

A majestic resonance:
The silver-leaf sky and the crescent moon.

What beautifully accentuates the moon's rustic, wabi character is the sky, rendered in silver leaf with a rich, deeply weathered texture. The mysterious fragment of the moon emerging from the bottom edge and the expansive area of the sky subtly rival one another, giving rise to an exquisite visual balance.

We invite you to immerse yourself to your heart's content in this phantasmal scenery—feeling as if you have just opened the window of your room to gaze up at the magnificent moon.

Jidai Byobu

Antique Rising Moon Painting II

¥1,200,000(tax included)

Antique Rising Moon Painting II

The artwork will be meticulously wrapped, secured with cushioning materials, and delivered in a protective outer box. A hook is provided on the back for easy wall mounting.

As each piece is a unique historical artifact, availability is limited and may be subject to prior sale. If you have any questions, please refer to our FAQ page or contact us via the CONTACT form.

[Serial No.]
26 420 038
[Estimated Era]
Late Edo Period (approx. 1780–1867)
[Size]
W500mm × H650mm × D30mm

The Art of Traditional Mounting

Every "Jidai Byobu" (historical folding screen) we create is meticulously handcrafted using traditional Japanese hyogu mounting techniques.
In our process, we intentionally apply adhesive only to the outer edges of the reverse side. This time-honored method—the same used for the sliding doors (fusuma) of Japanese temples and the original screens of antiquity—is a testament to the wisdom of our ancestors. It preserves the soft, natural texture of the paper while allowing it to "breathe" and shift in response to seasonal changes in humidity, preventing the delicate material from cracking or tearing.
Should you notice subtle tension lines or ripples appearing near the corners due to environmental changes, please be assured that this is a sign of the paper naturally protecting itself. We hope you will embrace these nuances as a unique "scenery" ("keshiki")—a hallmark of an authentic, living piece of art.
One of the remarkable benefits of traditional mounting is that the piece can be restored even after significant changes over the years. Our craftsmen are honored to breathe new life into your screen should it ever require adjustment. In such cases, please contact us via our inquiry form (kindly note that round-trip shipping costs are the responsibility of the owner).
We are dedicated to working alongside you to preserve this "piece of history" for generations to come.

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