Bamboo
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Bamboo

TitleBamboo
ArtistKatsushika Hokusai
Date18th–19th century 18th century
MediumUnmounted painting; ink on paper
ClassificationPaintings
OriginJapan Japan
Holding institutionThe Metropolitan Museum of Art
Credit lineGift of Annette Young, in memory of her brother, Innis Young, 1956
RightsPublic domain (CC0). Free to use for any purpose.

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