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The Bountiful and Joyful Pavilion

Jian Guzhai

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Bountiful and Joyful Pavilion by Jian Guzhai: Oval-shaped object with wavy edge, resembling a leaf. Dark gray color with intricate design. Design features swirling patterns on either side, resembling vines or tendrils. Three white symbols in the middle, resembling Chinese characters. Object appears to be made of metal, with a slightly textured surface. Gray background with darker shadow on left side of object.

Artwork details

Date:
late 19th–early 20th century
Medium:
Ink
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
600 × 419 px
Museum record:
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