Where Eastern form meets Western expression — in monochrome.

This four-panel Byōbu folding screen is a rare fusion of traditional Japanese screen structure and Western expressionist aesthetics. The result is something entirely its own: a quietly powerful object that belongs equally in a Tokyo design studio and a Copenhagen apartment.

✦ Design Concept & Culture

• East Meets West — Built on the classic Japanese folding screen format, the artwork itself speaks the language of oil painting — rich in texture, bold in contrast, and deeply atmospheric. A bridge between two great visual traditions.
• The Noir Aesthetic — In’ei Raisan — Inspired by Jun’ichirō Tanizaki’s celebrated essay “In Praise of Shadows,” this screen explores the Japanese philosophy of light and darkness. Side A presents deep, velvety black — treetops illuminated by moonlight, still and contemplative. Side B offers soft ivory-grey — bare branches emerging from morning mist, delicate and unhurried.
• Organic Minimalism — The simple treetop motif is not decoration — it is a statement. Branches reaching outward symbolize growth, resilience, and the quiet rhythm of nature. A daily antidote to the noise of modern life.

✦ Why You’ll Love It

• Double-Sided Sophistication — Two complete moods in one object. Flip between “midnight noir” and “morning mist” depending on the light in your room, your season, or simply your state of mind.
• Sleek & Contemporary — Unlike ornate traditional screens, this minimalist treetop design integrates seamlessly into modern interiors — bookshelves, coffee tables, minimalist offices, and Japandi-style living rooms.
• Artisan Soul — Each screen is semi-handmade and hand-finished, preserving the raw, tactile quality of the material. This non-industrial character is precisely what European art lovers and design collectors prize most.

✦ Home Styling Tips

• The Minimalist Workspace — Place beside a modern monitor or laptop for an instant upgrade to your desk’s visual identity. The monochrome palette elevates the professional atmosphere without competing for attention.
• Bookshelf Landscape — Use as a micro-backdrop to frame white ceramic vases, design books, or sculptural objects. The contrast between the screen and your objects creates a gallery-worthy composition.
• Chic Gift Idea — Neutral in color, advanced in design. The perfect gift for architects, interior designers, photographers, or anyone who lives by the principle that less is more.

✦ Artisan’s Note

Please embrace the minor imperfections. As a semi-handmade product, slight variations in the edges and texture are the hallmarks of authentic craftsmanship. It’s not just an object — it’s a piece of art with a soul.

✦ Specifications

• Height: 9.4" (24cm)
• Full Unfolded Length: 23.6" (60cm)
• Standing Display Width: 21.7" (55cm)
• Folded Size: 9.4" × 3.9" × 0.8" (24 × 10 × 2cm)
• Design Motif: Double-sided “Oil-Painted Treetops” (Monochrome)
• Side A: Deep black background — moonlit treetop silhouette
• Side B: Soft ivory-grey background — misty morning branches
• Craft: Semi-handmade, tactile texture finish