Chinese Literati
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Inkstone, Formerly owned by Mr. Aoyama San'u, Qing dynasty, 17th–19th century, Gift of Mr. Aoyama Keiji
Asian Gallery (Toyokan) Room 8
April 12, 2022 (Tue) - June 26, 2022 (Sun)The literati were people who devoted themselves to reading, calligraphy, painting, and other highly valued art forms in China. Their way of life was viewed as an ideal. This exhibition room recreates the studies of the literati, where they created works of calligraphy and painting.
| Designation | Name | Creation/ Excavation/ Provenance |
Period | Acquisition/ Ownership/ Accession Number |
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| Highlight | Four Characters for a Plaque in Clerical Script | By Wu Xizai (1799–1870), China | Qing dynasty, 19th century | Gift of Mr. Takashima Kikujirō, TB-1325 | On exhibit through May 22, 2022 | ||
| Highlight | Inkstone | China, Formerly owned by Mr. Aoyama San'u | Qing dynasty, 17th–19th century | Gift of Mr. Aoyama Keiji, TB-1674 |