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Sample of Chinese printing of the Song period (960–1278)

Song dynasty (960–1279)
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Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Sample of Chinese printing of the Song period (960–1278)
  • Period: Song dynasty (960–1279)
  • Culture: China
  • Medium: Illustrated book
  • Dimensions: 13 7/8 x 9 3/4 in. (35.2 x 24.8 cm)
  • Classification: Illustrated Books
  • Credit Line: Gift of John C. Ferguson, 1913
  • Object Number: CIB12
  • Curatorial Department: Asian Art
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