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Explore a collection of exquisite Japanese hanging scrolls, featuring landscapes, bottle gourds, Buddhist monks, and more. These ink-on-paper artworks from the Muromachi period showcase the artistry of renowned artists such as Soga Sojo, Qi Baishi, Hirafuku Hyakusui, and Sekkyakushi. Donated by esteemed collectors and institutions, these scrolls offer a glimpse into Japan's rich artistic heritage.
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Splashed Ink Landscape. By Soga Sojo (active 1490–approx.1512). Japan. Hanging scroll. Ink on paper. Gift and purchase from the Harry G. C. Packard Collection Charitable Trust in honor of Dr. Shujiro Shimada, 1991.63.
Bottle Gourds, 1930-1957, by Qi Baishi (1863-1957). Hanging scroll; ink and colors on paper. The Avery Brundage Collection, B69D15
Painting of the Buddhist monk Daruma. By Hirafuku Hyakusui (1877–1933) with inscription by Nakamura Fusetsu (1866–1943). Japan. Hanging scroll. Ink on paper with red paste name seals. Inscription: “Pointing directly to the human heart. Examine yourself. Become the Buddha.” Gift of Mrs. Hugh M. Williamson, 1990.4.2.
Taming the Ox, by Sekkyakushi, active in early 1400s. Japan. Muromachi period (1333–1573). Hanging scroll, ink on paper. Transfer from the Fine Arts Museum, Gift of Ney Wolfskill Fund, B69D46.