CalligraphyJapanese16th-17th century

Poetry-Slip Calligraphed by Kōetsu (Kōetsu shikishi)

Early Edo period,

Artists

Hon'ami Kōetsu 本阿弥光悦Artist

Classification

Calligraphy

Medium

Shikishi-shaped album leaf mounted as a hanging scroll; ink, gold, and silver on paper

Culture

Japanese

Period

Edo period, 1615-1868

Century

16th-17th century

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

H. 17.2 x W. 14.5 cm (6 3/4 x 5 11/16 in.)

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