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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
Museum record:
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