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One of Six Impressions from Worn Old Blocks

Unidentified artist

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white drawing on beige background. Standing man wearing kimono holding a katana at his side and object in right hand. Man has half-shaven head. He is in front of a low platform with two jars. A plant with large flowers is to his right. A sliding door with shoji screens is behind him. He is looking to his left.

Artwork details

Medium:
Monochrome woodblock print; ink on paper
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
599 × 436 px
Museum record:
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