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Emperor Tai-tsu of the Ming Dynasty, by Unknown, unspecified

Emperor Tai-tsu of the Ming Dynasty

Unknown

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From the collection of National Palace Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Emperor Tai-tsu of the Ming Dynasty is an unspecified by Unknown, a Ming Painting work, depicting Hongwu Emperor, held at National Palace Museum.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
Ming Painting
Where can I see it?
National Palace Museum

About this work

This painting shows a man sitting on a chair, wearing a long, cream-colored robe with gold designs on the shoulders and chest. He has a black hat and a red collar, and his hands rest on the arms of the chair. The chair and the floor beneath it are decorated with intricate patterns and designs in red, blue, and gold. The background of the painting is a solid beige color. The man in this portrait is likely a historical figure, and the painting may be a representation of him in a formal or ceremonial setting.

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