ManuscriptsJapanese14th-16th century

Various Diseases of Horses and Their Treatments (Ba-isho), 2nd of 2 Volumes

14th-16th century

Classification

Manuscripts

Medium

Two books; ink and light color 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. 23.7 x W. 16.5 cm (9 5/16 x 6 1/2 in.)

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