Suma, Chapter 12 of the Tale of Genji (Genji monogatari)
ManuscriptsJapanese13th century

Suma, Chapter 12 of the Tale of Genji (Genji monogatari)

mid 13th century

Artists

Monk JienArtist
Classification
Manuscripts
Medium
Thread-bound manuscript; ink on decorated paper
Culture
Japanese
Period
Kamakura period, 1185-1333
Century
13th century
Division
Asian and Mediterranean Art
Department
Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

closed book: H. 16.6 x W. 16.2 x D. 1.4 cm (6 9/16 x 6 3/8 x 9/16 in.)

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