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Heavenly musicians
Heavenly musicians

Heavenly musicians

Place of OriginChina
Dateapprox. 1900-1935
MaterialsHide with pigments
DimensionsH. 14 in x W. 15 in, H. 35.6 cm x W. 38.1 cm
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB62D48.116
DepartmentChinese Art
ClassificationsTheatrical Arts
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A group of female musicians on multicolored clouds plays traditional Chinese instruments in this elaborate two-part set. Since the figures are attached to the clouds and cannot be moved, they must have served as a background in a paradise scene.