A FINE SIX-PANEL BYOBU SCREEN DEPICTING SNOW COVERED PINESJapan, 18th-19th century, Edo period (1615-1868)Masterfully painted with ink, gouache, and watercolors on a gold background, and mounted to a brown-lacquered wood screen with simplistic copper fittings. The beautiful and large six-panel byobu (room divider) employs a refined and naturalistic technique to show gnarled pine trees in snow.SIZE (when opened) 174 x 350 cmCondition: Good condition with minor wear, little soiling, occasional light scratches, and few minuscule losses. Some repaired tears with touch-ups.Pine is an auspicious symbol in Japan, representing longevity due to its long life, and endurance as it remains green throughout the winter months which becomes evident on the present imagery with the wintry snow.