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Drinking and Dancing Before the Tribal Chief

Leng Mei

1705

unspecified

From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago

18th Century

Dominant colour

Drinking and Dancing Before the Tribal Chief is a 1705 unspecified by Leng Mei, held at Art Institute of Chicago.

Who painted this?: Leng Mei
When & what style?: 1705
Where can I see it?: Art Institute of Chicago

About this work

This painting depicts a lively scene of people drinking and dancing in front of a tribal chief. The group is gathered around a low table, with the chief seated on a platform. The atmosphere is joyful, with people laughing and chatting. A closer look reveals intricate details in the clothing and accessories of the figures. The artist's use of color and texture adds depth and vibrancy to the scene. If you're interested in exploring more works by this artist, check out the paintings of Leng Mei.