Villages East and West c. 19th century

This 19th-century work, "Villages East and West," is a hanging scroll of calligraphy by the renowned Japanese artist Ono Kozan (1814-1910). Kozan was known for his mastery of the "kaishu" style, a formal and elegant script used for official documents and poetry. This particular work, currently housed in the Minneapolis Institute of Art, showcases his calligraphic prowess with bold and flowing strokes, demonstrating the depth and beauty of Japanese brushwork.