Encyclopedia, people of the world

Encyclopedia, people of the world
(萬国人物図)
 (c. 1860)

Gallery location
Not on display

Artwork Details

Medium
colour woodblock print
Measurements
(38.0 × 52.0 cm)
Place/s of Execution
Japan
Accession Number
2021.719
Department
Asian Art
Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Bequest of Dr Terry Cutler, 2021
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Gallery location
Not on display

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