This Chinese Coromandel Screen is not what I would consider a modern or contemporary work of art. It is from the Kangxi Period (1662-1722). It is temporarily on view in Gallery 206 which use to contain works from the modern & contemporary collection. That collection has been moved and reinstalled in the new Bloch Builidng. You'll be able to see it again when the building opens on June 9.
For now, the Chinese screen is the only work of art in Gallery 206. It is sort of like getting a private viewing of this magnificent 12-panel screen of carved lacquer and clay on wood. If you don't get the chance to view this screen in the current location, it will be reinstalled with other objects from the Chinese collection again soon.
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Really wonderful chinese screen.... 12 panels! Amazing! I know even today, a lot people buy reproductions as they seem to go well with just about any sort of decor. I don’t think people really understand or appreciate the history these sort of screens and carvings have. (Nor the process one must go through to bring them “back to life” in the case of antique ones).
Lots of love and care required, eh? Its amazing all the different steps involved (and yes, they really are hand painted) But its all worth it in the end. Its a very classic and timeless look! I don't think the process has changed very much since the one pictured above was made.
Posted by Chinese antiques specialist | September 5, 2010 1:27 AM
Posted on September 5, 2010 01:27