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Ink Cake with Architectural Design
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In China, access to political power was granted to those who passed the civil service examinations, a system that offered official service only at a high level of education. Chinese literati-officials, whose daily routine involved administrative work in an office, enjoyed precious objects on their writing desks that offered distraction and demonstrated good taste. By the Ming (1368–1644) and Qing (1644–1911) dynasties, these utensils of the literati studio also became collectibles and were treasured as artworks.
| Artist / Maker | Anonymous, and reign (1736-95) |
|---|---|
| Date | 1736–95 |
| Culture / Origin | China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), Qianlong inscription, mark, and reign (1736-95) |
| Medium | molded ink |
| Dimensions | Overall: 2.4 x 13.4 cm (15/16 x 5 1/4 in.) |
| Department | Chinese Art |
| Type | Miscellaneous |
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Image & data: Cleveland Museum of Art, CC0 / Public Domain.
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