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Book of Toys (Unai no to mo) うないのとも

1891–1924
Not on view

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  • うないのとも
  • Title: Book of Toys (Unai no to mo) うないのとも
  • Date: 1891–1924
  • Culture: Japan
  • Medium: Polychrome woodblock printed book
  • Dimensions: Each: 6 7/8 x 9 7/8 in. (17.5 x 25.1 cm)
  • Classification: Illustrated Books
  • Credit Line: Gift of Lincoln Kirstein, 1985
  • Object Number: JIB197a–g
  • Curatorial Department: Asian Art
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