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Lotus pond (setting for a shadow play)
Lotus pond (setting for a shadow play)

Lotus pond (setting for a shadow play)

Place of Origin
  • China
Dateapprox. 1900-1935
MaterialsHide with pigments
DimensionsH. 11 in, H. 27.9 cm
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB62D48.99
DepartmentChinese Art
ClassificationsTheatrical Arts
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Shadow puppet performances often utilized elaborate settings like this lotus pond. This piece is a tour de force of the art, with each element carefully and intricately cut and colored.