China, late Qing dynasty (1644-1912) to Republic period (1912-1949). Carved from green soapstone and painted to imitate Yixing ceramic. Finely carved with a man on horseback with attendants riding past a pavilion with onlookers inside. The reverse with calligraphy and the mounting of the screen with floral decoration and phoenixes in archaic style. Condition: Good condition with associated surface wear and some surface scratches. Provenance: Private collection.