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Chair Strip

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white image of a long, thin artwork. The artwork shows a thin border around its edge. Top section shows symmetrical designs on either side with a central image of a creature. The creature has a bulky body on two legs and a crown-like object on its head. The creature has a protruding belly, and eight curved objects protruding from its body. The creature appears to be standing on a ground with sparse vegetation. Above the creature is an ornate design. Bottom section shows an ornate design in the center. Below the design is an image of a person sitting on what appears to be a pile of rocks or waves. The person wears a crown-like object on their head. The person appears to be surrounded by sparse vegetation and eight flying objects. The title is "Chair Strip" and the artist is unknown.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Silk, metallic thread, peacock feather filaments; on silk; lined with linen(?)
Culture
China
Dimensions
206 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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