Bakemono-ga
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Bakemono-ga

Classification
Manuscripts
Culture
Japanese
Division
Asian and Mediterranean Art
Department
Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

18.4 x 12.3 cm (7 1/4 x 4 13/16 in.)

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