Framed Yao ceremonial painting YA189
Framed painting on mulberry paper with a rare depiction combining the Four Messengers, Hoi Fan («Sea Banner»), and Gongcao Huangshen in the «Petition Register» scene, as titled at the top of the painting.
Kim Mun (Lantien Dao Cong) minority, Northern Vietnam.
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Early 20th century.
87 cm high x 39 cm wide. Frame: 90 x 45 cm.