PrintsJapanese18th century

Famous Historical Warriors in Action (Ehon muchi bukuro), in 2 Volumes

Mid Edo period, circa 1782

Artists

Torii KiyonagaArtist

Classification

Prints

Medium

Set of 2 ukiyo-e woodblock-printed books; ink and color on paper

Culture

Japanese

Period

Edo period, 1615-1868

Century

18th century

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

combined depth of two volumes: H. 21.1 x W. 15 x D. 1 cm (8 5/16 x 5 7/8 x 3/8 in.)

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