DepartmentAsia

Kite

NameKite

DateMid 20th century

Place madeJapan, East Asia, Asia

MediumWood, Paper, String, Paint

Dimensions34" X 20.5"W

Credit LineMuseum of International Folk Art, gift of Lloyd E. Cotsen and the Neutrogena Corporation, A.1995.93.

Object numberA.1995.93.1679

DescriptionRectangular shape, red calligraphy on white ground kite; colors are red, white; materials are paper, wood, string. paint; object is cut, assembled, painted.

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