MANDARIN FOLDING FAN WITH FIGURATIVE SCENES
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MANDARIN FOLDING FAN WITH FIGURATIVE SCENES
China, late Qing Dynasty (1644-1912). 16 leaves in finest partly figurative depiction featuring elaborate open-work; deep relief on the outer ribs. Both sides show richly figurative scenes with high dignitaries in a palace. Painted silk is applied to all costumes; further all faces with painted, most delicately cut platelets. Borders on both sides feature objects from the Treasures as well as Buddhist Taoism, like endless knots, lotus blossoms, bats and various mythical creatures.
Condition: Good condition, minor creases as expected.
Provenance: Austrian private collection.
Dimensions: Height 28 cm, Width 52 cm
China, late Qing Dynasty (1644-1912). 16 leaves in finest partly figurative depiction featuring elaborate open-work; deep relief on the outer ribs. Both sides show richly figurative scenes with high dignitaries in a palace. Painted silk is applied to all costumes; further all faces with painted, most delicately cut platelets. Borders on both sides feature objects from the Treasures as well as Buddhist Taoism, like endless knots, lotus blossoms, bats and various mythical creatures.
Condition: Good condition, minor creases as expected.
Provenance: Austrian private collection.
Dimensions: Height 28 cm, Width 52 cm
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MANDARIN FOLDING FAN WITH FIGURATIVE SCENES
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