Ode to the Pomegranate and Melon Vine

Date15th Century

Object PlaceChina, East Asia, Asia

MediumWatercolor and ink on paper

Dimensions29 3/4 × 58 5/8 inches (75.57 × 148.91 cm)

ClassificationsPaintings

Credit LineFounders Society Purchase with funds from Mr. and Mrs. Edgar B. Whitcomb

Object number40.161

DescriptionOn the bottom third of the paper is a branch-like vine with bluish leaves and orange highlights. The branch leads from the left edge of the paper, growing toward the right. Above, in calligraphy is the poem "Ode to the Pomegranate" by Wang Ao (Ngao), Great Minister of Wou Ying Tien, Minister of Finance and Preceptor of the Prince.

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