The Four Continents

Christophe Philippe Oberkampf

Cleveland Museum of Art

The Four Continents by Christophe Philippe Oberkampf: A large rectangular piece of fabric with a white background and black illustrations. The fabric features various scenes and objects, including people, animals, plants, and trees. In the top left, an elephant and a rhino are shown. A woman stands in the center of the top edge, surrounded by children and a lion. A flamingo and a deer are on the top right. On the left side, a palm tree and a woman are depicted. A swan and a crocodile are shown below the woman. On the right side, a large tree with a carved face at the base and a winged figure are visible. The bottom of the fabric features an elephant on the left and a deer on the right. Various other animals, such as birds, monkeys, and swans, are scattered throughout the fabric. The illustrations are detailed and intricate, with many small elements and patterns. The overall design is complex and ornate, with a mix of natural and human-made elements.