Hanging of deep yellow satin brocade with large interlocking medallions in ground. Five five-clawed dragons in gold, the central one in a medallion. Details in lacquer red. Wide border of blue and gold Greek key diaper brocade. Lining of tan cotton. At top and bottom two rigid rods have been inserted in order to weight hanging.

Hanging, 19th century

Unknown artist, expand_more

satin, silk, cottonexpand_more

The John R. Van Derlip Fundexpand_more  42.8.306

Not on Viewexpand_more
Details
Title
Hanging
Role
Artist
Dimension
L.48-½ x W.52-½ in.
Accession Number
42.8.306
Curator Approved

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Hanging of deep yellow satin brocade with large interlocking medallions in ground. Five five-clawed dragons in gold, the central one in a medallion. Details in lacquer red. Wide border of blue and gold Greek key diaper brocade. Lining of tan cotton. At top and bottom two rigid rods have been inserted in order to weight hanging.