CalligraphyJapanese17th-18th century

Zen Aphorism: "Great Earth Reveals its Spiritual Function"

Edo period, second half of 17th century

Artists

Monk MokuanArtist

Classification

Calligraphy

Medium

Hanging scroll; ink on paper

Culture

Japanese

Period

Edo period, 1615-1868

Century

17th-18th century

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

painting proper: 125.9 x 36.6 cm (49 9/16 x 14 7/16 in.) overall including cord and roller ends: 207.6 x 42.5 cm (81 3/4 x 16 3/4 in.)

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