The Yûgao Chapter of the Tale of Genji
Kitao Shigemasa
(Japanese, 1739–1820)
1760s
Medium/TechniqueWoodblock print (benizuri-e); ink and limited color on paper
DimensionsHosoban; 31.2 x 14.2 cm (12 5/16 x 5 9/16 in.)
Credit LineWilliam S. and John T. Spaulding Collection
Accession number21.5845
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ProvenanceFebruary 1913, purchased by William S. and John T. Spaulding from Vignier collection; December 1, 1921, given by William S. and John T. Spaulding to the Museum.
Kitao Shigemasa
Kitao Shigemasa
1767 (Meiwa 4), 11th month
Kitao Shigemasa
1761 (Hôreki 11), 3rd month
Kitao Shigemasa
Kitao Shigemasa
about 1763 (Hôreki 13)