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Birds and Flowers of Early Spring, late 15th–early 16th century, Hanging scroll, ink and color on silk, without mounting: 61 1/8 × 36 3/4 in. (155.2 × 93.3 cm), The touches of melting snow on the branches, bamboo leaves, and plum flowers situate this painting at the turn of the seasons. Both bamboo and plum serve as symbols of renewal in Chinese literature and art, as well as metaphors for the upright character of scholars. The quails in the foreground are joined by five lively birds nestled among the blossoming branches., China, Chinese, Ming dynasty (1368–1644), Paintings

Birds and Flowers of Early Spring, late 15th–early 16th century, Hanging scroll, ink and color on silk, without mounting: 61 1/8 × 36 3/4 in. (155.2 × 93.3 cm), The touches of melting snow on the branches, bamboo leaves, and plum flowers situate this painting at the turn of the seasons. Both bamboo and plum serve as symbols of renewal in Chinese literature and art, as well as metaphors for the upright character of scholars. The quails in the foreground are joined by five lively birds nestled among the blossoming branches., China, Chinese, Ming dynasty (1368–1644), Paintings Stock Photo
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Penta Springs Limited / Alamy Stock Photo

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2DRA0DE

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3006 x 4992 px | 25.5 x 42.3 cm | 10 x 16.6 inches | 300dpi

Date taken:

19 December 2020

Photographer:

Artokoloro

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This image could have imperfections as it’s either historical or reportage.

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