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Photograph by Jean Vong, Rubin Museum of Art, 2013.
Two General Methods of Treatment (chapters 29 - 35)
Photograph by Jean Vong, Rubin Museum of Art, 2013.
Photograph by Jean Vong, Rubin Museum of Art, 2013.

Two General Methods of Treatment (chapters 29 - 35)

OriginChentsa, Amdo region, Northeastern Tibet (Jianzha, Qinghai Province, China)
Artist Hua Khar active 1990s, Qinghai Province, China
Date1995-1996
Dimensions60 7/8 x 43 1/4 x 1 1/4 in. (154.6 x 109.9 x 3.2 cm)
MediumPigments on cloth
Classification(s)
Credit LineRubin Museum of Art, Gift of Shelley and Donald Rubin Private Collection
Object numberC2014.9.36
DescriptionThis painting begins at the upper left by depicting methods for gaining or losing weight. For the former specific foods, massage treatments, and sound sleep are recommended, as well as fostering a general sense of happiness. For the latter, certain foods, emetics, purgatives, and cleansings are recommended. Following these illustrations are general dietary and conduct treatments for ailments influenced by wind, bile and phlegm.
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