Chinese Literati
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Inkstone with Clouds and Dragons, China, Ming–Qing dynasty, 17th century (Gift of Mr. Nishibayashi Shōichi)
Asian Gallery (Toyokan) Room 8
March 19, 2024 (Tue) - May 6, 2024 (Mon)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 | Inkstone with Clouds and Dragons | China | Ming–Qing dynasty, 17th century | Gift of Mr. Nishibayashi Shōichi, TB-1712 | |||
| Highlight | Seal with Clouds and Dragons | China | Qing dynasty, 17th–19th century | Gift of Mr. Aoyama Keiji, TB-1693 |