Set of pigment tablets decorated with peony, rock, and magic fungus
This collection of polychrome tablets features rich colors that were used to write different kinds of commentaries. Sets such as this one often served as gifts and came adorned with various auspicious motifs. The peony, rock, and magic fungus depicted here are traditional signs of good fortune and longevity.
Artwork Details
- 清 胡開文製大富貴亦壽考彩墨
- Title: Set of pigment tablets decorated with peony, rock, and magic fungus
- Period: Qing dynasty (1644–1911)
- Date: late 19th century
- Culture: China
- Medium: Pigment, lacquer box, silk lining
- Dimensions: Each ink: L. 6 3/8 in. (16.2 cm); W. 1 7/16 in. (3.7 cm); D. 1/2 in. (1/3 cm)
- Classification: Ink
- Credit Line: Gift of A. W. Bahr, 1958
- Object Number: 58.64.24a–g
- Curatorial Department: Asian Art
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