A Chinese ricepaper album containing twelve leaves depicting 'Competative Examinations for civil and military services' with a figure kneeling before an official appointment commitee, officials calling upon candidates, figures writing essays, successful candidates before their families and at a feast, equestrian figures practising archery, others in interiors, and a military procession -- each 7in. x 11¾in. (17.8cm x 29.8cm), (some damages).