looping, contrasting lines of calligraphy; vertical format; tan paper; organic forms of trees in gold and grey

Longing from Afar, 16th-17th century

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The waka, entitled “Longing from Afar,” reads:

Should I ask or not ask,
would it be useful like
stirrups from Musashi'
I have thought for a long time
but I am still at a loss…

Details
Title
Longing from Afar
Artist Life
1579 - 1638
Role
Calligrapher
Accession Number
2013.63.5
Curator Approved

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looping, contrasting lines of calligraphy; vertical format; tan paper; organic forms of trees in gold and grey