Life of Confucius

China

probably late Qing dynasty (1644–1911)

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Life of Confucius, Four volums of woodblock printed books; ink on paper, China — This image cannot be enlarged, viewed at full screen, or downloaded.

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Artwork Details

Title: Life of Confucius

Period: probably late Qing dynasty (1644–1911)

Culture: China

Medium: Four volums of woodblock printed books; ink on paper

Dimensions: Each: 14 3/4 × 10 3/4 × 1 in. (37.5 × 27.3 × 2.5 cm)

Classification: Illustrated Books

Credit Line: Museum Accession

Object Number: CIB20a–d

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