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Pair of screens with scenes from Romance of the West Chamber

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Two red rectangular panels with intricate carvings on stands. The panels are tall and rectangular, reddish-brown. Each panel depicts a scene with people, trees, and buildings. The carvings on the panels appear to show different scenes. The panels are placed on black stands with ornate designs. The stands have curved legs and intricate patterns on the front. The background is a beige wall. The panels and stands are on a white surface. The left scene shows a building; the right scene with a mountain.

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Carved red lacquer
Culture
China
Dimensions
599 × 440 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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