Architectural Bracket in the Form of a Lion with Open Mouth (A-gyō)
Architectural ElementsJapanese18th century

Architectural Bracket in the Form of a Lion with Open Mouth (A-gyō)

18th century

Classification
Architectural Elements
Medium
Wood, single-woodblock construction
Culture
Japanese
Period
Edo period, 1615-1868
Century
18th century
Division
Asian and Mediterranean Art
Department
Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

H. 22.1 x W. 28.6 cm (8 11/16 x 11 1/4 in.)

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