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Replanted Tree Library

Jian Guzhai

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dark gray or black carved object with a wavy, abstract design. The object is tall and narrow, with a flat base. The design features many curved lines and swirls. A small house-like structure carved into the lower right side. Three Chinese characters in white are on the upper left side. The background is light grey.

Artwork details

Date:
late 19th–early 20th century
Medium:
Pine soot and binding medium; inscribed in gilt
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
376 × 625 px
Museum record:
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