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Woodblock for an Illustration by Nishikawa Sukenobu

Nishikawa Sukenobu

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Rectangular block with a carved design; gray color with brown edges; carvings depict two women on a staircase; one woman seated at bottom of staircase; the other standing on staircase; staircase leads to building with roof and pillar; background includes trees and birds; carvings on block appear to be in reverse.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Wood
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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