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Stencil, Abstract Motif

This is a Stencil. It is dated late 18th century - early 19th century and we acquired it in 1948. Its medium is mulberry paper (kozo washi) treated with fermented persimmon tannin (kakishibu),. It is a part of the Drawings, Prints, and Graphic Design department.

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Stencil, Abstract Motif; Japan; mulberry paper (kozo washi) treated with fermented persimmon tannin (kakishibu),; 1948-128-6

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