Description

一城 Ichijo 'Battle of Genpei' Four Panels Folding Screens Byobu Room Dividers VA874

Age: 1969 August / 昭和四四, 八.

with signature 'Ichijo' 一城

This dynamic Japanese folding screen vividly portrays scenes from the Genpei War (1180–1185), a legendary conflict between the Minamoto (Genji) and Taira (Heike) clans. The panels depict mounted archers, river crossings, and cherry-blossom-lined battlefields, capturing both the heroism and poetic transience of Japan’s medieval epic Heike Monogatari. The screen is signed by Ichijō (一城), a painter whose full biography remains unknown, but whose brushwork reflects a deep understanding of classical composition and historical drama. The work is dated August 1969 (Shōwa 44), placing it in the postwar revival of traditional Japanese arts. The Genpei War is central to Japan’s cultural identity, symbolizing the rise of the samurai and the impermanence of worldly glory. This screen’s flowing narrative and stylized movement make it ideal for display in martial arts spaces, cultural interiors, or historical collections.

Four panels dimensions: 70.4" W x 37.2" H / 179cm x 94.5cm
One panel dimensions: 17.9" W x 37.2" H / 45.7cm x 94.5cm

Material: Paper, Wood (Backside)
Technique: Handpainted

Weight: 3700g

Condition

Antique items have originally crease, stain, damage, and more. I would like you to refer to the listing photos, but please understand that it's difficult to show all conditions by the photos. Special notes: STAIN, DAMAGE.

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Shipping

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