Pair of Chinese Scrolls, Undated
Scope and Contents
Art and Artifacts related to the Evangelical Covenant Church and/or North Park University.
Dates
- Undated
Conditions Governing Access
There are no access restrictions on the materials and the collection is open to all members of the public. However, the researcher assumes full responsibility for conforming with the laws of libel, privacy, and copyright that may be involved in the use of this collection.
Extent
From the Collection: 1 Import
Language of Materials
From the Collection: No linguistic content; Not applicable
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Unknown
Physical Description
Paper scrolls with woven border. Condition: Fair; -second one Poor.
Dimensions
38"x9"
General
Paper scrolls with woven border created by Unknown. Red paper scroll with black painted lettering and woven border; Note on back says: "Chinese Legend: This characteristic pair of scrolls are used commonly to decorate a brides room or a study. These Chinese characters on the first scroll say: "Human relation to be permanent has to be as plain and clear as water." The second one says "Friendship to endure should be as heavy as yellow gold." The style of these characters follow those of the Han Dynasty or older."
Repository Details
Part of the Evangelical Covenant Church and North Park University Archives Repository
North Park University
Brandel Library - Lower Level
3225 W Foster Ave Box 38
Chicago IL 60625 USA
archives@northpark.edu