Chinese Erotic Silk and Soapstone Panels
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Two Chinese sets of painted silk and soapstone inset erotic panels, Qing Dynasty (1644-1912), 19th century, each set comprising two panels of painted silk on card backing, within a cloth bound frame, set with painted soapstone relief carved elements, mounted so that one panel can be removed from the larger frame, to reveal a second erotic panel beneath, each pair further encapsulated within a Chinese book style box. All four panels depict figures within classical Chinese garden landscapes with pavilions., each set approximately 30 cm high, 24.5 cm wide. Provenance: Purchased Sotheby's Belgravia, London, 28 November 1977.
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- Qing Dynasty - The Qing Dynasty was the last imperial dynasty of China, ruling from 1644 to 1912. It was established by the Manchu people, who originated from the northeastern region of China. The Qing Dynasty was preceded by the Ming Dynasty and followed by the Republic of China.
- Ming Dynasty - The Ming Dynasty was a ruling dynasty of China from 1368 to 1644. It succeeded the Yuan Dynasty and preceded the Qing Dynasty. The Ming Dynasty was established by Zhu Yuanzhang, a former Buddhist monk who became a rebel leader and eventually overthrew the Mongol Yuan Dynasty. During the Ming Dynasty, China experienced a period of relative stability and prosperity. The government was centralized and bureaucratic, with the emperor at the top of the hierarchy. The Ming Dynasty is known for its cultural achievements, including the development of porcelain, the invention of movable type printing, and the construction of the Great Wall of China.
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