Peonies

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Title	Peonies
Date	1948
Artist	Artist/maker unknown, Korean
Description	Peonies, a symbol of wealth and honor, are a favorite motif in Korean art. Many screens featuring these flowers were produced at the Joseon dynasty (1392–1910) court, as they were a crucial element in rituals and ceremonies. With its bold designs and striking graphic stylization, this 1948 example closely follows the style of peony screens made during the Joseon period, and was possibly produced by the last generation of Joseon court painters.
Format	Mounted as ten panel screen
Medium	Colors on paper
Dimensions	Each Image: 37 1/2 x 14 1/2 inches (95.3 x 36.8 cm) Each Panel: 53 3/8 x 17 1/4 inches (135.6 x 43.8 cm)
Classification	Paintings
Credit Line	Purchased with the James and Agnes Kim Fund, 2009
Source	Philadelphia Museum of Art
Accession Number	2009-238-2
Geography	Made in Korea, Asia
Context	Dynasty: Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910)
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