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“Taking the First Place" Ink Line

UnknownMid-Qing Dynasty (1728–1820)

Zhenjing Traditional Woodwork Museum

Zhenjing Traditional Woodwork Museum
Shanghai, China

“Du Zhan Ao Tou" (独占鳌头) means taking the first place in the civil service examination in ancient times. Now it signifies coming out first. This ink line shows the carpenter's career expectation to take the first place of the industry.

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  • Title: “Taking the First Place" Ink Line
  • Creator: Unknown
  • Date Created: Mid-Qing Dynasty (1728–1820)
  • Location Created: unknown
  • Physical Dimensions: h 9, d 19, w 8 cm
  • Medium: Whitewood
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