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Japanese Two Panel Screen: Samurai Warrior

Offered by: Naga Antiques

Description
Standing portrait of a samurai, thought to be Heiji Shigemori. Startlingly similar to a painting exhibited in the 1928 Neiten exhibition. (See b/w image of screen that was shown at Neiten, painted by Master Matsuoka Eiku.) This screen was painted by his student at that time (1928). Mineral pigments on mulberry paper with silk brocade border and black natural wood trim. Signature and seals read: Wakebe Gorei (died 1989)

More Information

Origin:	Japan
Period:	1920-1949
Condition:	Good.
Styles / Movements:	Asian Art
Dealer Reference #:	S1938
Incollect Reference #:	720185

Dimensions

W.	68.5 in;	H.	68.25 in;	D.	0.75 in;
W.	173.99 cm;	H.	173.36 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.