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Gathering at Lanting (Orchid Pavilion)
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This lacquer panel, perhaps part of a piece of furniture, depicts the Gathering at Lanting in 353 CE that took place during the Spring Purification Festival, a day spent traditionally outside in nature. Here, cups of wine are set afloat on a winding stream as part of a poetry competition among the attendants. <br><br>By the Ming dynasty the painting theme Gathering at Lanting also appeared on lacquer, jade, and porcelain. The main figure and central motif, <em>Calligrapher Wang Xizhi Watching Geese</em>, has been moved toward the upper register of the composition.
| Artist / Maker | China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644) |
|---|---|
| Date | 1400s–1500s |
| Culture / Origin | China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644) |
| Medium | Carved cinnabar-red lacquer |
| Dimensions | Overall: 48.5 x 21 cm (19 1/8 x 8 1/4 in.) |
| Department | Chinese Art |
| Type | Lacquer |
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Image & data: Cleveland Museum of Art, CC0 / Public Domain.
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