Screen with Painted Tiles
OwnerOwned by
James Cromar Watt
(Aberdeen, Scotland, 1862 - 1940)
DateQing Dynasty, 18th century
Object NameScreen
Mediumwood and porcelain
ClassificationsApplied Art
DimensionsHeight: 79.5 cm, Depth: 1.8 cm
Each Panel: 17cm
Each Panel: 17cm
AcquisitionJames Cromar Watt Bequest, 1941.
CopyrightOut of copyright - CC0
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS024928
About MeThe screen belonged to James Cromar Watt and was most likely displayed in his house in Aberdeen along with the other East Asian items he collected. The figures in the lower row of tiles represent the Eight Immortals – mythological characters who often appear in Chinese art and are considered to be signs of prosperity and longevity.
James Cromar Watt
James Cromar Watt
Qing Dynasty, Jiaqing Period, 1796-1820
James Cromar Watt
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James Cromar Watt
Ming Dynasty, 1522 - 1619
James Cromar Watt
Qing Dynasty, Qianlong Period, 1736 - 1795
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