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The Nymph of the Lo River

Unknown artist, 13th–14th century

A horizontal roll of silk, woven and embroidered. The work of two hands, 13th century Sung and early Ming. 'The Nymph of the Lo River', illustrating scenes from a poem. A boat on the river, rocks, nymphs, mountains, etc. based on a design by Ku K'ai-chih (4th century).

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Title of artwork, date

The Nymph of the Lo River, 13th–14th century

Date supported

1930

Medium and material

Embroidered silk

Dimensions

322 x 53 cm

Grant

1000

Total cost

3500

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