19th Century Japanese Kayouzu Falconry Screen SD 62

Rare and Valuable 19th Century Japanese Kayouzu  Screen

This rare and valuable 19th century Japanese Kayouzu ( portraits of falcons perched on a branch)

It depicts several falcons, seated on ornate stands, and the birds are beautifully rendered, with their feathers and plumage carefully detailed.

Falcons used for falconry, along with hunting dogs, were valuable to warriors as a partner for hunting.

Hence, the falcon was a popular motif for paintings , as many portraits of them were produced.

Takagari ,falconry is a traditional Japanese sport of falconry, which was once reserved for the nobility. Falcons were prized possessions of wealthy and influential samurai warriors, who often amused themselves by engaging in falcon hunts.

The screen dates back to the 19th century and belonged to a noble samurai residence. It is in good condition, with some minor stains and abrasions to be expected due to its age. However, these imperfections do not detract from the overall beauty and value of the screen.

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