Throne seat cushion of dark blue satin brocade. Square center panel with diapered background and large floral medallion in center. Diapers encased with single tight clouds, and each contains a stylized flower or symbol. Wider border of peonies, chrysanthemums and trailing leaves.(Cf.42.8.140). Colors pinks, blues, greens, tan, yellow, mulberry. Outer narrow border of floral sprays is boxed to fit over throne cushion. Lining of Imperial yellow satin.

Throne Seat Cushion, early 18th century

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The John R. Van Derlip Fundexpand_more  42.8.141

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Title
Throne Seat Cushion
Role
Artist
Dimension
L.48-1/2 x W.49-1/2 in.
Accession Number
42.8.141
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Throne seat cushion of dark blue satin brocade. Square center panel with diapered background and large floral medallion in center. Diapers encased with single tight clouds, and each contains a stylized flower or symbol. Wider border of peonies, chrysanthemums and trailing leaves.(Cf.42.8.140). Colors pinks, blues, greens, tan, yellow, mulberry. Outer narrow border of floral sprays is boxed to fit over throne cushion. Lining of Imperial yellow satin.