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Colophon Definition
Colophon refers to the commentary inscribed into a Chinese painting. The colophon may describe the biography of the painter and explain its quality. At times the colophon is signed by the painter and the collector, giving the painting authority. Thus, Colophon describe the entire history of the painting.
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