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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
Museum record:
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