The Four Writing Articles: Tachibana Waiting for ink, preparing to make the first writing of the New Year
Artist
Totoya Hokkei
(Japanese, 1780 - 1850)
CultureJapanese
Date1823
MediumWoodblock print on paper
DimensionsOverall: 8 1/4 x 7 1/4 in. (21 x 18.4 cm)
InscribedOn original paper mat: "Hokkei, pupil of Hokusai-from 1780. Died between 1856 and 1859. He illustrated a number of books, notably "Lives of the Hundred and eight Heroes". This print bought in Kioto 1920."
Credit LineGift of Mrs. J. Hoge Tyler
Object number61.83.10
Not on view
DescriptionColor woodblock print of a servant preparing ink for an official who is seated in the background before a cabinet.
