I'li.it , li_\ I', II Wilson, Arnold Arboretum 



A me;moriai, arch (p'ai-lou) of old gray sandstone, erected in honor oe a 



VIRTUOUS widow : WESTERN CHINA 



In every part of China these commemorative arches abound. They are erected at great 

 cost in tribute to faithful virgins or devoted wives, symbolized in Chinese legend and art by 

 the fabled phoenix that, having once selected her mate, never changes. 



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