Mandarin Ducks and Flowering Plants

early or mid-1830s Overall: 38.2 x 17.1 cm (15 1/16 x 6 3/4 in.) Source image
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In Asian painting, ducks are usually shown in pairs because a male and female mate for life. They symbolize fidelity and tranquility. The presence of another duck is suggested here by the gesture of the bird's head. Notice the variety of brushstrokes and ink tones used to depi...

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