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Embroidered Panel with Daoist Magician

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Embroidered panel with a Daoist magician. Vertical rectangular panel made of tan fabric with a narrow border on the sides. The border has a light blue background with darker blue circular designs. The panel depicts a man standing under a tree with bare branches and green leaves. The man wears a long green robe with a white sash and a headband. The man holds a long staff in his right hand. The staff has a curved top and a straight bottom. The man has a long white beard. The panel has several red stamps with Chinese characters. The background of the panel has a texture resembling woven fabric. The panel is decorated with green leaves and yellow flowers.

Artwork Details

Date
16th century
Medium
Silk and metallic thread embroidery on silk satin
Culture
China
Dimensions
210 × 623 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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