The "Tale of Genji" Album (Genji monogatari gajō), Part 2
Muromachi period, remounted in 17th c. and again in 1998-99
Dimensions
Closed: H. 34.1 x W. 44.9 x D. 14.7 cm (13 7/16 x 17 11/16 x 5 13/16 in.)
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