PaintingsJapanese18th century

The Tendril Wreath (Tamakazura), Illustration to Chapter 22 of the "Tale of Genji" (Genji monogatari)

Mid Edo period, 18th century

Classification

Paintings

Medium

Album leaf: one of a group of three (originally from a larger set)

Culture

Japanese

Period

Edo period, 1615-1868

Century

18th century

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

H. 22.9 x W. 20.8 cm (9 x 8 3/16 in.)

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