Photo of collection object Tiger — Meisō. Tiger, early 18th century. Hanging scroll; ink and color on paper, 30 5/8 x 13 3/8 in. (77.8 x 34 cm). Purchase, Friends of Asian Art Gifts, 1986, 1986.171. public-domain.

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Tiger

early 18th century

Meisō

Asian Art

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Maker/Artist: Meisō
Classification: Painting
Formatted Medium: Hanging scroll; ink and color on paper
Medium: Hanging scroll, Ink, color on paper
Locations: country: Japan
Period: Edo Period
Dimensions: 30 5/8 x 13 3/8 in. (77.8 x 34 cm)
Departments: Asian Art
Accession Number: 1986.171
Credit Line: Purchase, Friends of Asian Art Gifts, 1986
Rights Statement: public-domain
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