Description
the rectangular panel decorated in relief with a central pavilion floating on clouds, surrounded by flying cranes, above swirling waves, on a painted light blue background, enclosed within a keyfret border, the back decorated with gilt flowers and plants on a painted black ground, carved wood frame
Dimensions
91cm high, 66.5cm wide
Footnote
Note:
The quality and craftsmanship of this panel indicate that it may have been an imperial commission. Large scenes such as these are highly unusual.
A similar example sold at China Guardian on 16th May 2010.