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Distinguishing Good from Evil
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In the 1600s, printing flourished in such Jiangnan cities as Nanjing, Suzhou, Hangzhou, and Huizhou, evolving from privately enjoyed illustrated books printed in color to more commercialized single-sheet color prints that were hung on walls and became part of the rich urban visual culture.
| Artist / Maker | Anonymous, Jiaqing period (1796–1820) |
|---|---|
| Date | 1796–1820 |
| Culture / Origin | China, Qing dynasty (1644–1911), Jiaqing period (1796–1820) |
| Medium | Polychrome woodblock print; ink and color on paper |
| Dimensions | 34.7 x 52.7 cm (13 11/16 x 20 3/4 in.) |
| Department | Chinese Art |
| Type |
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