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Wisteria Maiden (Fuji Musume)

1615–99
(1615-1868)
hanging scroll; ink and color on paper
With mount: 154.9 x 28.9 cm (61 x 11 3/8 in.); Painting only: 71 x 25.2 cm (27 15/16 x 9 15/16 in.)
Anonymous Gift 1963.96
Location: not on view
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The wisteria maiden is an otsu-e subject thought to have been inspired by popular dances. Paintings such as this were often sold as good-luck charms for marriages.
Wisteria Maiden (Fuji Musume)

Wisteria Maiden (Fuji Musume)

1615–99

Japan, Edo period (1615-1868)

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