Japanese Room Screen - Late 19th Century Decorative Stone 11x10x27 (wxdxh cms)

11x10x27 (wxdxh cms)

This beautiful mirror is made from an original Indian fanlight window frame - from Gujarat - 19thC

bringing rain for successful harvests while protecting against floods and storms

richly layered patina that enhances the character of the wood

showcasing the enduring appeal of traditional hand-carving

Japanese Room Screen - Late 19th Century Decorative Stone 11x10x27 (wxdxh cms)An excellent example of a Japanese reversible single panel screen known as a 'tsuitate' in Japan. Made from cyptomeria and dating from the Meiji period (1868 1912). Used indoors, room screens were commonly used to signify the entrance to the private area or sleeping area of a home to signal a guest to remove their shoes. These screens were also used in restaurants and businesses. Lacquered with burgundy coloured urushi lacquer there are areas where