41.5 cm Original Oriental Woodcut Imperial Dragon | Floating Framed | Wall Art
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Original Oriental Woodblock Print – Imperial Five-clawed Dragons – 41.5 x 41.5 cm
Specifications: H 41.5 × W 41.5 cm (Including frame) | Authentic Woodblock Print | Handmade Lokta Paper | Premium See-through Framing
We proudly present an extraordinary graphic, texture-rich, and decorative masterpiece for high-end interiors: an original Oriental woodblock print, depicting two mythological five-clawed Imperial Dragons. This characterful artwork dates from the 20th century (approx. 1960-1980). With a total square dimension of 41.5 x 41.5 cm, this work is in excellent, unrestored condition, floating in a professional glass see-through frame.
Imperial Iconography & Premium See-Through Presentation
This hand-printed artwork stands out for its refined details and instantly brings a warm, serene oriental atmosphere as exclusive wall art to any modern, brutalist, or Wabi-Sabi-inspired interior:
- The Five-Clawed Realm Dragons: The circular composition is dominated by two powerful, intertwined dragons hunting the flaming pearl amidst seas of clouds and fire. The possession of five claws was historically exclusively reserved for the imperial courts and the highest Buddhist monasteries.
- Handmade Lokta & Mulberry Paper: The print is hand-printed with traditional soot ink on a golden-brown base of fiber-rich, pre-industrial handmade paper. The raw, hairy frayed edges are floating mounted on a dark backing plate of torn mulberry paper.
- Exclusive See-Through Frame: The back reveals a high-quality and professional see-through glass framing. The handmade paper is positioned floating between the glass plates by means of a mechanical clamping and sliding system, ensuring that the raw fiber biology remains fully visible on the back.
Product details
| Depiction: | Imperial Five-Clawed Dragons and mythological figures (Mandala) |
| Technique: | Traditional woodcut / block print (Woodblock print) with soot ink |
| Material: | Handmade Lokta / mulberry paper, suspended in a glass clamp frame with a gold-colored border |
| Dimensions: | H 41.5 × W 41.5 cm (Including the modern-classic frame) |
| Condition: | Excellent, stable condition. The ink is deeply embedded in the fibers of the paper. The frame shows mild, characteristic signs of use along the metal frame. Includes the floating frame shown. 100% honest and nonsense-free. |
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For more than 30 years, we have been researching Asian art. Each object is inspected in advance with a microscope and UV light. Findings regarding material, style, and iconography form the basis for our assessment of dating, condition, and quality — and for the price.
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