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Korean Asian Large 8-Panel Silk Embroidered Byobu Bird Butterfly Screen, 1900s

$2,999
£2,285.29
€2,635.57
CA$4,259.48
A$4,576.57
CHF 2,455.32
MX$53,917.28

About the Item

A gorgeous early to midcentury Korean embroidered eight-panel screen depicting scenic nature motifs of flowering trees, playful birds, and floating butterflies. Rare and hard to come by. The embroidery work and colors are quite stunning. We believe the screen was originally made in the early to mid-1900s. Signed on the verso. Would be a great addition to any Asian art collection or a very eye-catching stand-alone piece. Screen dimensions: 62" high, 142" wide, .75" deep. Folded dimensions: 62" high, 18.5" wide, 6" deep.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 62 in (157.48 cm)Width: 142 in (360.68 cm)Depth: 0.75 in (1.91 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Paper,Silk,Embroidered
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Early to Mid-1900s
  • Condition:
    In very good vintage condition with one small smudge/spot below one embroidered panel (Please see photos. Likely cleanable) and light, if any, natural wear to frame consistent with age and use. Very beautiful and rare overall.
  • Seller Location:
    Studio City, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2254345873382

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