Printed Nō Plays with Calligraphy by Hon'ami Kōetsu (Kōetsu-bon Yōkyoku) in 7 volumes
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Printed Nō Plays with Calligraphy by Hon'ami Kōetsu (Kōetsu-bon Yōkyoku) in 7 volumes

Late Momoyama to Early Edo period, circa 1615

Artists

Suminokura SoanArtist
Classification
Books
Medium
Seven thread-bound, woodblock-printed books; ink on slightly colored paper with mica designs
Culture
Japanese
Period
Edo period, 1615-1868
Century
16th-17th century
Division
Asian and Mediterranean Art
Department
Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

H. 24.1 x W. 18.7 cm (9 1/2 x 7 3/8 in.)

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