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| # | Contents |
|---|---|
| Title | Tigers |
| Date | Late 19th - early 20th century |
| Artist | Artist/maker unknown, Korean |
| Description | The tiger has enjoyed wide popularity in Korean art and literature since ancient times. The belief that these animals hold the power to repel evil spirits encouraged the mass production of folk-style tiger paintings, which were displayed in Joseon households on New Year’s Day. |
| Medium | Ink and color on paper |
| Dimensions | 17 x 19 1/4 inches (43.2 x 48.9 cm) |
| Classification | Paintings |
| Credit Line | Gift of Dr. Andrew Byoung Soo Kim and Mrs. Wan Kyun Rha Kim in honor of James and Agnes Kim, 2006 |
| Source | Philadelphia Museum of Art |
| Accession Number | 2006-30-2 |
| Geography | Made in Korea, Asia |
| Context | Dynasty: Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910) |
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