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Pair of Japanese Six Panel Screens: Frolicking Horses From Chokaro Sennin’s

Offered by: Naga Antiques

Description
1st Screen (Top): Kano School painting of Chokaro Sennin, a Chinese Taoist Sage, appears on the right surrounded by karako (Chinese children). Chokaro Sennin has his magic gourd from which he pours horses to the delight and celebration of the children. This screen is an illustration of a fable explaining about impossibility. Mid Edo period painting in mineral pigments on mulberry paper with a silk brocade border. 2nd Screen (Bottom): Kano School painting of horses, conjured by magic from Chokaro Sennin's gourd, frolicking in a landscape with a rushing stream. The magic horses have been spotted by men who have begun to round them up. This screen is an illustration of a fable explaining about impossibility. Mid Edo period painting in mineral pigments on mulberry paper with a silk brocade border. Can be sold separately. Measurements listed are for each screen.

More Information

Origin:	Japan
Period:	19th Century
Condition:	Good.
Styles / Movements:	Asian Art
Dealer Reference #:	S1145/1146
Incollect Reference #:	710271

Dimensions

W.	146 in;	H.	65 in;	D.	0.75 in;
W.	370.84 cm;	H.	165.1 cm;	D.	1.91 cm;

Message from Seller:

Naga Antiques, with over 45 years of expertise, is a renowned source for fine Asian antiques, specializing in Japanese screens, bronzes, ceramics, and more. Our diverse collection also includes Art Deco, American Modern, Continental, and Biedermeier furniture, available at our Hudson, NY gallery. For inquiries, contact 518.828.8585 or email thegallery@nagaantiques.com.

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