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Large Chinese Qing 19th Century Carved Temple Signboard with Red Calligraphy

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A large Chinese Qing Dynasty period black signboard from the 19th century, with red calligraphy. Created during the Qing Dynasty, this large horizontal sign comes from a Chinese temple and features both carved and painted Chinese characters. Presenting a black ground, the sign showcases large carved Chinese characters with red painting, flanked with columns of smaller carved characters. Used to indicate the nearby presence of a temple, this 19th century Qing Dynasty Chinese carved temple signboard with red calligraphy, will make for an exquisite decorative accent in any home, perhaps hung above an enfilade, console table or sofa.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 42.5 in (107.95 cm)Width: 109 in (276.86 cm)Depth: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wood,Carved,Lacquered,Painted
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Age appropriate wear and maintenance. Please refer to the various additional photos for further condition detail and contact us with any questions!
  • Seller Location:
    Yonkers, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: YN1251stDibs: LU863921814062
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