Woodblock Print
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Woodblock print depicting a series of figures in blue and black reading white scrolls, the lower half on a green ground. A humourous scene.
Object details
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Materials and techniques | Woodblock print on paper |
Brief description | Woodblock print triptych by Giokusai, Japan |
Physical description | Woodblock print depicting a series of figures in blue and black reading white scrolls, the lower half on a green ground. A humourous scene. |
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Marks and inscriptions | 「小野小町」 |
Object history | Originally a triptych, one sheet is missing. Purchased from S. M. Franck & Co., accessioned in 1886. This acquisition information reflects that found in the Asia Department registers, as part of a 2022 provenance research project. |
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Accession number | E.2938:2-1886 |
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Record created | June 25, 2009 |
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