Flying being
CultureChinese
DateQing dynasty (1644-1911)
MediumPainted wood
DimensionsOverall: 10 1/2 × 3 1/4 × 4 1/2 inches (26.67 × 8.26 × 11.43 cm)
Credit LineBequest of Jeanne McCray Beals in memory of David Thomas Beals II, Helen Ward Beals, and David Thomas Beals III
Object number2006.9.8.2
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DescriptionA pair of heavenly beings is presented in the forms of human upper bodies and fish tails. Both are flying downward with ribbons suggesting the movement. Both are holding a flower blossom in their hands. They are painted black, red, and pink with possible gilding on the fish bodies.
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