Theater Frieze

16854C

From: China | Canton

Curatorial Section: Asian

Object Number 16854C
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Chinese
Provenience China | Canton
Period Qing Dynasty | 19th Century
Date Made ca. 1893
Section Asian
Materials Bamboo | Wood | Metal | Glass
Inscription Language Chinese Language | Chinese Language
Description

One of four panels, three long and one short. Scenery with small figures in theatrical costumes arranged in order. Bright red, green, and gilt. Basket work at the back.

Length 152 cm
Width 56 cm
Credit Line Purchased from / at the World's Columbian Exposition, 1893
Other Number 29-96-800C - Other Number

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