

Colorful illustration of a dragon-boat festival performance on a river. The scene depicts a river with several boats, some of which have multiple levels and ornate roofs. People are standing on the boats and on the riverbanks. There are trees and buildings along the riverbanks, and mountains in the background under a blue-grey sky. The image is rendered in a traditional style with muted colors. The artwork shows a lively scene with many figures. The boats have dragon heads at the front. The image captures a festive atmosphere with dense crowds.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 18th–19th century
- Medium
- Silk and metal thread tapestry (kesi)
- Culture
- China
- Dimensions
- 599 × 430 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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