Chinese Export Black & Gilt Lacquer Four-Fold Screen – Circa 1920 Origin - Tibet animals and tribal patterns

animals and tribal patterns

surface losses and patina consistent with its architectural use and age

The box is normally made from cedar

This grand mirror started life as a window in the Indian city of Bikaner which lies northwest of the state of Rajasthan

A stylised peacock rises proudly from the rear of the reservoir

Chinese Export Black & Gilt Lacquer Four-Fold Screen – Circa 1920 Origin - Tibet animals and tribal patternsThis elegant early 20th century Chinese export screen is a striking example of traditional black lacquer artistry created for the Western market. Decorated in rich gilt tones against a deep black ground, the front presents a lively and highly detailed scene of children at play within a stylised garden landscape. Such imageryoften referred to as One Hundred Children scenessymbolises prosperity, happiness, and continuity of family lineage in Chinese