Karako
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Antique Japanese six panel folding screen (byōbu) in sumi and colors on paper mounted in harimaze manner over gold leaf (kinpaku) applied paper, with paper hinges, textile border and wooden molding, featuring Chinese children (karako) engaged in a variety of activities, most associated with scholars and court figures. Origin: Japan Era: Late 19th Century, Meiji Period (1868-1912) Dimensions: 21.5” high x 56.0" wide Painting 3672 |