Album of Japanese and Chinese Poems to Sing 1600 - 1633

"Album of Japanese and Chinese Poems to Sing" is a collection of calligraphic works by the Japanese nobleman Konoe Nobutada. The album was created between 1600 and 1633, just a few years after Nobutada's death in 1614. Each page features a different poem, written in elegant black ink on a pale blue background with delicate gold accents. This album exemplifies the artistry and cultural sophistication of the Japanese aristocracy during the Edo period, showcasing the refined taste for poetry and calligraphy. The album is currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.