CalligraphyJapanese14th-16th century

Tales of Ise (Ise monogatari)

Muromachi period, circa 14th-16th century

Artists

Prince Fushimi no miya SadaatsuArtist

Classification

Calligraphy

Medium

Manuscript book; thread-bound; brocade cover; ink on paper

Culture

Japanese

Period

Muromachi period, 1392-1568

Century

14th-16th century

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

H. 8.5 x W. 11.2 cm (3 3/8 x 4 7/16 in.)

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