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The Creeping Green Room

Jian Guzhai

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Creeping Green Room by Jian Guzhai: Black and white image of a long, irregularly shaped piece of dark material. The object appears to be made of stone or metal and features intricate carvings throughout. The carvings depict swirling patterns that resemble clouds or waves. A vertical line of white Chinese characters is carved into the top portion. The object is positioned vertically on a light-colored background, casting a shadow to the left.

Artwork details

Date:
late 19th–early 20th century
Medium:
Black ink
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
343 × 624 px
Museum record:
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