CalligraphyJapanese17th-18th century
Story of [the] Soga Brothers (Soga Monogatari), 4th of 12 Volumes
17th-18th century
Dimensions
H. 23.7 x W. 18 cm (9 5/16 x 7 1/16 in.)
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