An unusual pair of elmwood windows, 19th/20th century, each with carved and pierced panels within raised beaded frames, the central hinged doors decorated with pairs of figures variously occupied in garden settings in relief on the pierced diaper grounds, within panels of lotus scrolls, character medallions and key-fret, the lower section centred with scenes of The Eight Immortals within angular scrolls, fitted with baitong locks and suspension plaques, 137 cm high, 98 cm wide. Provenance: Wonder Dragon Ltd, Hong Kong, 25 May 2005. Private Collection, Sydney. Compare with a pair of windows illustrated by Weidu Ma, Classical Chinese Doors and Windows pp. 142-143
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- Diaper Motif - The diaper motif is a repeating geometric pattern in decorative arts that consists of small diamond or lozenge shapes arranged in a grid. The pattern is often used as a background or border on textiles, ceramics, metalwork, and other decorative items. It can be found in a variety of cultures and historical periods, and is often used in formal or ornamental designs. The name "diaper" comes from the pattern's resemblance to the criss-crossed fabric of a baby's diaper.
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