Miniature Album of Ten Paintings c. late 19th century

This miniature album, created by the Japanese artist Yamazoe Kakken in the late 19th century, features calligraphic characters executed in bold, black ink on a delicate cream-colored paper. The album's small size and exquisite craftsmanship showcase the artistry of traditional Japanese brushwork. The characters, arranged in a balanced composition, are a testament to the beauty and expressiveness of the written word in East Asian culture. Yamazoe Kakken's work exemplifies the artistic traditions of Japanese calligraphy, known as Shodo.