Presentation Banner for a Birthday, 1849
Unknown artist, Chinaexpand_more
Embroidered satinexpand_more
Gift of Mr. William E. Colbyexpand_more 55.46
Not on Viewexpand_more
Dated by inscription to the summer of 1849, this large commemorative handing shows semi-official symbols (dragon and phoenix) and a family ritual scene it its upper register. Red is a festive and auspicious color to the Chinese. It is prominent in decorations for birthdays, anniversaries, and New Year's celebrations. Major birthdays were celebrated at the age of 60, 70, and 80 years and hangings such as this were commissioned by prominent families to honor one or more of their elders. Exceptionally large and colorful banners carrying lengthy lauditory inscriptions were focal points of important family celebrations.
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- Title
- Presentation Banner for a Birthday
- Role
- Artist
- Accession Number
- 55.46
- Curator Approved
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