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Peony Flower and Leaves

Unidentified artist

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

A painting of a peony flower and leaves on a brown background. The peony is pink with many petals, and there are three flowers in total, one large and two small. The large flower is on the left, and the two small flowers are on the right, one fully visible and the other partially visible. The leaves are green and oval-shaped, with some having pointed tips. There are two red stamps in the bottom corners of the painting. To the right of the painting, there is a small beige rectangle with black Chinese characters written vertically. The painting has a white border with rounded corners. The border is rough and uneven, with some areas appearing dirty or stained.

Artwork Details

Medium
Album leaf; ink and color on silk
Culture
China
Dimensions
563 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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