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Monks at Prayer, Korea
- Date:
- c. 1921
- Medium:
- Color woodblock print
- Publisher:
- Watanabe Shozaburo
Typical Price
A contemplative scene of Buddhist monks at prayer, this Korean subject carries both spiritual and historical significance. Keith's Korean religious subjects attract a niche of collectors interested in Buddhist art alongside shin-hanga enthusiasts. The combination of cultural documentation and artistic refinement supports prices of $1,500-$4,500.
Description
Interior scene of Korean Buddhist monks engaged in prayer at a mountain temple, the soft light filtering through paper screens illuminating their gray robes.
