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1950s Chinese Coromandel Four-Panel Screen with Trompe-l œil Bookshelves and Gil

$8,379.17
£6,100
€7,145.75
CA$11,511.72
A$12,515.56
CHF 6,635.76
MX$150,029.81
NOK 84,337.14
SEK 77,264.29
DKK 53,405.45

About the Item

The front of the screen features a trompe-l'œil depiction of bookshelves filled with meticulously painted books, scrolls, and manuscripts adorned with Chinese calligraphy in vibrant blue, green, red, and gold hues. The realistic three-dimensional effect creates the illusion of an opulent library, embodying both intellectual and artistic heritage. The back of the screen contrasts beautifully with a sleek black lacquer finish, adorned with delicate hand-painted gold floral and botanical motifs. Size: H183 cm x W170 cm at the maximum spread
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 72.05 in (183 cm)Width: 66.93 in (170 cm)Depth: 0.6 in (1.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Chinese Export (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wood,Hand-Painted,Lacquered
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9666244377282

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