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Priest Saigyo and cat
Priest Saigyo and cat

Priest Saigyo and cat

Artist (Japanese, 1807 - 1891)
Place of OriginJapan
Dateapprox. 1800-1900
CultureJapanese
MaterialsLacquered wood and bamboo
DimensionsH. 6.6 cm x W. 5.8 cm x D. 2.9 cm
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB70Y1606
DepartmentJapanese Art
ClassificationsDecorative Arts
On View
Not on view
SignedSigned "Zeshin"
Subject
  • cat
  • priest
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