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Embroidered panel
Chinese
1880–1910
Object Place: China
Medium/Technique
Silk floss and gilt paper embroidered on silk satin, silk velvet, silk net with tassels, silk and velvet backing, and brass hooks.
Dimensions
236 x 109 cm (92 15/16 x 42 15/16 in.)
Credit Line
The Elizabeth Day McCormick Collection
Accession Number44.441
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAsia, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsTextiles
DescriptionLarge dragon above another fantastic animal surrounded by clouds, etc. Bordered lengthwise by birds, insects and naturalistic flowers. Upper panel contains a swooping owl (?) and floral motives. Polychrome floss silk and gilt mulberry yarns plus velvet on a silk ground. Very good condition. Stained lower edge on 44.442. Panel used as a portiere.
ProvenanceTransferred from Asiatic Dept. to Textiles.