Two sparrows

Nagasawa Rosetsu, 18th century

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Two sparrows, 18th century. mounted painting; ink on paper.

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Museum title: Two sparrows
Artist: Nagasawa Rosetsu (Japanese, 1754-1799)
Date: 18th century
Medium: mounted painting; ink on paper
Credit line: James W. and Marilynn Alsdorf Collection
Image license: CC0 1.0 · Public domain
Museum record: Art Institute of Chicago

Artist’s life 1754–1799

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