CalligraphyJapanese17th-18th century

Story of [the] Soga Brothers (Soga Monogatari), 9th of 12 Volumes

17th-18th century

Classification

Calligraphy

Medium

Twelve manuscript books; thread-bound, ink on paper with covers, gold designs on blue paper

Culture

Japanese

Period

Edo period, 1615-1868

Century

17th-18th century

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

H. 23.7 x W. 18 cm (9 5/16 x 7 1/16 in.)

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