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Hall for Serene Chanting

Jian Guzhai

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a black, rectangular object with a wavy edge and intricate carvings. The object has a vertical, central section with three Chinese characters in white. The object is carved with a design resembling tree bark or waves, featuring many curved lines that run vertically and horizontally. The background of the image is light gray, with a shadow cast to the left of the object. The object titled "Hall for Serene Chanting" is by artist Jian Guzhai.

Artwork Details

Date
late 19th–early 20th century
Medium
Pine soot and binding medium; inscribed in gilt
Culture
China
Dimensions
427 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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