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Cypress Grove Temple, Beijing
Cypress Grove Temple, Beijing

Cypress Grove Temple, Beijing

Place of OriginChina
Datebefore 1927
MaterialsTinted photograph
DimensionsH. 18 3/4 in x W. 13 1/4 in, H. 47.7 cm x W. 33.6 cm
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB60M517
DepartmentChinese Art
ClassificationsPhotography
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The Cypress Grove Temple was built in 1347 for last emperor of the Yuan dynasty (1279–1368). During the Qing dynasty (1644–1911), this temple was used as a summer retreat for monks.