Photo of collection object Butterflies and Peonies — Nam Kye-u. Butterflies and Peonies, mid- to late19th century. Ink and color on silk, 36 1/4 x 12 3/16 in. (92.1 x 31 cm). Anonymous Gift, 1977, 1977.448. public-domain.

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Butterflies and Peonies

mid- to late19th century

Attributed to Nam Gye-u

Asian Art

Original Source

Maker/Artist: Nam Kye-u
Classification: Painting
Formatted Medium: Ink and color on silk
Medium: Ink, color on silk
Locations: region: Korea
Period: Joseon Dynasty
Dimensions: 36 1/4 x 12 3/16 in. (92.1 x 31 cm)
Departments: Asian Art
Accession Number: 1977.448
Credit Line: Anonymous Gift, 1977
Rights Statement: public-domain
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