Three Characters for a Plaque in Clerical Script, By Zhao Zhiqian (1829–1884), China, Qing dynasty, 19th century (Gift of Mr. Takashima Kikujirō, On exhibit from July 2, 2024)
Asian Gallery (Toyokan) Room 8
May 8, 2024 (Wed) - August 18, 2024 (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 |
CMT | ||
Highlight | Three Characters for a Plaque in Clerical Script | By Zhao Zhiqian (1829–1884), China | Qing dynasty, 19th century | Gift of Mr. Takashima Kikujirō, TB-1582 | On exhibit from July 2, 2024 | ||
Highlight | Inkstone with a Bell Motif | China | Qing dynasty, 18th century | Gift of Mr. Nishibayashi Shōichi , TB-1715 |