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Magnolia, crabapple, and tree peony

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The painting features a tree with a thick trunk and multiple branches, showcasing white flowers and green leaves. The tree's base resembles a rocky outcrop. Three types of flowering trees are depicted: a magnolia on the left with large white flowers, a crabapple near the center with small white flowers and buds, and a tree peony on the right with large white flowers. The background is a mottled brown color, with the artwork presented on a beige surface. The painting is titled "Magnolia, crabapple, and tree peony" and is done by an artist.

Artwork details

Date:
late 17th–early 18th century
Medium:
Silk embroidery on silk twill
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
346 × 624 px
Museum record:
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