Detail View: The AMICA Library: Cosmetic Case and Mirror Stand
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AMICA ID:
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MIA_.94.8a-r
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AMICA Library Year:
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2000
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Object Type:
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Decorative Arts and Utilitarian Objects
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Creator Name:
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artist unknown
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Creator Nationality:
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Asian; Far East Asian; Chinese
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Creator Role:
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artist
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Creator Name-CRT:
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artist unknown
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Title:
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Cosmetic Case and Mirror Stand
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View:
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Front
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Creation Date:
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late 16th century
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Creation Start Date:
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1566
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Creation End Date:
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1599
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Materials and Techniques:
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huang hua-li hardwood, gilt metal
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Classification Term:
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Furniture
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Dimensions:
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H.31-1/2 x W.20-7/8 x D.13-3/8 in.
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Component Measured:
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overall
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Measurement Unit:
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in
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AMICA Contributor:
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The Minneapolis Institute of Arts
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Owner Location:
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Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
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ID Number:
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94.8a-r
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Credit Line:
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Gift of Ruth and Bruce Dayton
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Rights:
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Context:
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This spectacular mirror stand fully demonstrates the more decorative tradition of Ming style furniture. The back simulates a five-panel screen with dragon terminals whose open-work carving are decorated with phoenixes amid clouds. The drawers are embellished with auspicious flowers and the railing posts terminate in dragons and lotus blossoms. The five drawers provide ample storage for hairpins and cosmetics. |
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Related Image Identifier Link:
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MIA_.5674c.tif
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