PaintingsJapanese17th century

"One-Finger Zen" of Monk Chü-chih

Early Edo period, second quarter 17th century

Artists

Isshi BunshuArtist

Classification

Paintings

Medium

Hanging scroll; ink on paper

Culture

Japanese

Period

Edo period, 1615-1868

Century

17th century

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

painting proper: 27.9 x 70.5 cm (11 x 27 3/4 in.) mounting including cord and roller ends: 124.8 x 80.6 cm (49 1/8 x 31 3/4 in.)

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