Landscape with Murasaki Shikibu writing at Ishiyamadera (Frontispiece to an album containing 54 illustrations and calligraphic excerpts from the Tale of Genji)
Early Edo period, circa late 17th century
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Dimensions
H. 31.2 cm x W. 42.1 cm (12 5/16 x 16 9/16 in.)
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