The image depicts a tapestry titled "Chinese Fair" by Beauvais. The tapestry features a gold background with a gold border. The scene shows people in traditional Asian clothing. A large palm tree is in the center, with a pagoda in the background to the right. A man and woman are seated on the left. The woman sits on a chair while the man sits on the floor. Other people are standing or sitting around them. There are several objects scattered throughout the scene, including a boat, a bicycle and a parasol. The overall atmosphere suggests a fair or festival setting. The color palette is predominantly gold, blue and white.
Artwork Details
- Dimensions
- 861 × 900 px
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