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Tenjin Engi Picture Scroll Folding Screen Style: "Tenjin Engi" depicting the life of Sugawara no Michizane (Tenjin-sama)
Product Details
This is a mini-sized Byobu (folding screen), a traditional Japanese decorative item.
Artwork Background: With an inscription dated the 5th year of the Genna era (1619), it follows the lineage of the oldest Tenjin Engi (tales of Tenjin) passed down at Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine in Kyushu.
Content: It depicts the story of Sugawara no Michizane until he was enshrined as Tenman Tenjin after his .
Artistic Features: It is of very high quality as an early Edo period picture scroll, and is presumed to be by a painter of the Tosa school.
Technique: The coloring and brushwork are delicate, and it is characterized by the scattering of gold and silver kirihaku (cut foil) on the blank areas (such as the ground).
Scene: It depicts the scene in the first year of the Engi era (901) when Michizane was exiled to Dazaifu by order of Emperor Daigo, leaving his familiar homeland.
When stood up, it is approximately 20 cm tall.
Daily Cleaning: Use a soft brush or damp cloth to gently wipe away dirt. Avoid harsh chemicals. For mesh areas, use diluted mild detergent and a soft brush.
Drying: Air dry in a cool, shaded place after cleaning. Avoid direct sunlight or high heat, which can cause fading and glue deterioration.
Storage: Stuff with paper to maintain shape when not in use. Store in a dry, ventilated area to prevent mold. Rotate between multiple pairs to extend lifespan.
Usage Notes: Designed for basketball. Not recommended for hiking, long-distance running, or other specialized sports where different performance features are required.







