19th c. Japanese "3 Scholars" Ink Painting

Description

Japanese ink and color brush sketch on paper study depicting three recumbent scholars in voluminous robes, ca. 19th century.
Height: 10 1/4 in x width: 8 in.

Condition

The sheet is possibly trimmed and toned. Small losses and soiling throughout. The work is laid onto another sheet. The work is not framed.

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19th c. Japanese "3 Scholars" Ink Painting

Lot 0195

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