late 16th-early 17th century
China
Object qualities
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Objecttextile (towels, carpets, etc.): Square with Phoenixes
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Type of arts & crafts
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MediumSilk and metallic-thread embroidery on plain-weave silk
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SizeOverall: 7 1/16 x 6 1/2 in. (18 x 16.5 cm)
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Geography details
China -
Country today
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Datelate 16th-early 17th century
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CultureChina
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PeriodMing dynasty (1368-1644)
Source of information
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Type of sourceDatabase “Metropolitan Museum of Art”
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Fund that the source refers toMetropolitan Museum of Art
Description
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A pair of phoenixes appears above waves and a stylized mountain on a yellow background strewn with many blooming flowers, among them a chrysanthemum, lotus, camellia, and morning glory.
