Description

華岳 Kagaku 'White Hawks Perched Upon Rocky Outcrops and Pine Trees' Pair of Six Panels Folding Screens Byobu Room Dividers VA876

with signature and seal 'Kagaku' 華岳

This striking pair of Japanese folding screens features a white hawk perched on a coastal rock amid crashing waves (right screen) and another resting on a pine branch (left screen). The composition evokes a powerful contrast between motion and stillness, symbolizing resilience, dignity, and harmony with nature. In Japanese aesthetics, hawks represent nobility, spiritual focus, and martial strength, while the pine tree stands for longevity and unwavering virtue. The juxtaposition of turbulent seas and tranquil forest suggests a philosophical balance between challenge and contemplation, making this set ideal for display in ceremonial or meditative spaces. Though the artist is signed as Kagaku, further details remain unknown. The brushwork and spatial composition reflect a refined understanding of traditional screen painting (byōbu) techniques.

Six panels dimensions: 145" W x 66.9" H / 370cm x 170cm
One panel dimensions: 24.8" W x 66.9" H / 63cm x 170cm

Material: Paper, Wood (Backside)
Technique: Handpainted

Weight: 23kg in total

Condition

Antique items have originally crease, stain, damage, and more. I would like you to refer to the listing photos, but please understand that it's difficult to show all conditions by the photos. Special notes: STAIN, DAMAGE, HOLE, Please be careful that there are areas where the fastening nails are protruding.

About the colors of the photos

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Shipping

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