Japanese Six Panel Screen: ShiShi in River Landscape
Five shishi, also known as foo dogs or guardian lions, play next to a golden misty river bank. They are seen as intimidating, mythical, lion-like creatures that symbolize prosperity, success, and guardianship. Mineral pigments and gold dust on muberry paper. Silk brocade border and black lacquer trim with original bronze hardware. Signature and seal read: Hogen Tansaku hitsu (1729-1797) Part of a pair with S1913B, Sold Separately.
- Period
- c.1770
- Origin
- Japan
- Dimensions
- 72" h x 149" w x 3/4" d
- 182.9cm h x 378.5cm w x 1.9cm d
- Item #
- S1913A
- Price Range
Price Range
- $0-$5,000
- $5,001-$10,000
- $10,001-$25,000
- $25,001-$50,000
- $50,001-$100,000
- over $100,000