Miniature Album 1873

This miniature album from 1873, created by the Japanese artist Hirano Gogaku, showcases the art of calligraphy. The album contains two pages, each featuring a single, bold character rendered in black ink on a pale beige background. The strokes of the brush are fluid and confident, demonstrating the artist's skill and mastery of the art form. This album is a testament to the aesthetic beauty and expressive power of Japanese calligraphy.