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Painting Five from Illustrated Book of Flowers and Butterflies — China, Qing dynasty (1644–1911)

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Written by: Arda AksoyResearcher · Asian Art
Asian Art · Catalogue no. 93224
China, Qing dynasty (1644–1911)

Painting Five from Illustrated Book of Flowers and Butterflies

StatusReference work · Not for sale
Held byCleveland Museum of Art
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Artist / MakerChina, Qing dynasty (1644–1911)
Date1800s
Culture / OriginChina, Qing dynasty (1644–1911)
Mediumpainting on pith paper
DimensionsEach page: 25.2 x 36.4 cm (9 15/16 x 14 5/16 in.); Each painting: 20.1 x 32 cm (7 15/16 x 12 5/8 in.)
DepartmentChinese Art
TypePainting
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