Object details
Object number
S32j1
Creator(s)
Japanese
Title
Temple Ramma
Date
16th century
Medium
Carved wood
Dimensions
25.4 x 162.6 cm (10 x 64 in.)
Provenance
Probably in the collection of the temple architect and sculptor Bansai Tatekawa.
Collection of the Japanese art dealer Bunkio Matsuki (1867-1940), Boston.
Purchased by Isabella Stewart Gardner from the Matsuki sale by the auctioneers Leonard & Co. at Copley Hall for $200 on 11 November 1903, lot 348.
Commentary
Isabella Stewart Gardner kept meticulous records of many of her acquisitions. In keeping with this legacy, object information is continually being reviewed, updated, and enriched in order to give greater access to the collection.
Bibliography
Leonard & Co. Catalogue of the Rare Objects in Wood, Pewter and Brass Illustrating the Art of Old Japan to be sold at unrestricted public sale by order of Mr. Bunkio Matsuki (Boston, 9-11 November 1903), p. 61, lot 348.
Gallery
Worthington Street Lobby
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