

The Life of Shakyamuni Illustrated (Shaka goichidaiki zue kan yon) 釈迦御一代記図会巻四
The image shows an open book with two pages featuring a black-and-white illustration. The pages are yellowed and have a worn appearance, with visible signs of aging such as darker spots and discoloration. The left page depicts a landscape with a staircase leading down to a body of water, surrounded by trees and buildings. A bridge is shown spanning the water. The right page shows a large crowd of people gathered under a curved roof, with some individuals standing on raised platforms or stairs. The illustrations appear to be in a traditional Japanese style, with intricate details and bold lines. The text within the image is written in Japanese characters. The book is set against a plain white background.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1845, fourth month (Kōka 2)
- Medium
- Set of six woodblock printed books; ink on paper
- Culture
- Japan
- Dimensions
- 599 × 400 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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