PrintsJapanese17th century

Illustrated Encyclopedia for Women (Joyō kinmō zui), Volume 3

Early Edo period, circa 1690

Classification

Prints

Medium

Thread-bound books (two); ink on paper

Culture

Japanese

Period

Edo period, 1615-1868

Century

17th century

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

H. 22.3 x W. 19.5 cm (8 3/4 x 7 11/16 in.)

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