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Painted Panel of Character “Tiger”
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This set of four colorful hanging scrolls may have been used in an outdoor Buddhist ritual to evoke heavenly blessings. Each hanging scroll bears four different character; tiger, dragon, whistle, and recite. Traditionally, tiger and dragon belong to the four directional guards, respectively west and east.
| Artist / Maker | Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392–1910) |
|---|---|
| Date | early 1900s |
| Culture / Origin | Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392–1910) |
| Medium | hanging scroll, ink and color on paper; unmounted |
| Dimensions | Overall: 236.5 x 80.3 cm (93 1/8 x 31 5/8 in.) |
| Department | Korean Art |
| Type | Painting |
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Image & data: Cleveland Museum of Art, CC0 / Public Domain.
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