Shen Tu's Ode on a Painting of ch'i-lin/Giraffe
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From the collection of National Palace Museum
Shen Tu's Ode on a Painting of ch'i-lin/Giraffe is an unspecified by Unknown, held at National Palace Museum.
This painting depicts a man in traditional Chinese clothing holding a rope attached to a giraffe's halter. The man wears a red robe with white trim, a white headband, and black boots, while the giraffe is light brown with a long neck and tail. The background is a solid tan color, with Chinese characters written in black ink at the top of the painting. The man's attire and the giraffe's presence suggest a historical or cultural significance, but the exact context is unclear. The painting's style and medium are also unknown, adding to the mystery surrounding this artwork.
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