CalligraphyJapanese17th-18th century
Bracken Shoots (Sawarabi), Chapter 48 of the "Tale of Genji" (Genji monogatari), 48th of 54 Volumes
17th-18th century
Dimensions
H. 16.5 x W. 16.3 cm (6 1/2 x 6 7/16 in.)
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