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A silk tapestry embroidered in relief depicting a dragon and a kirin

About the Item

Embroidered silk relief tapestry depicting a dragon and a kirin in the clouds. A silk tapestry embroidered in relief with polychrome threads, depicting two mythological figures: a ryū dragon and a kirin facing each other amid stylized clouds. The scene is framed by a decorative band with phoenixes among clouds on a blue-green background. Seal at lower left. Period: Edo 19th cent. Size: 200 x 144 cm. Conservation status: Excellent condition.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 78.75 in (200 cm)Width: 56.7 in (144 cm)Depth: 0.4 in (1 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Silk,Embroidered
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Edo period (19th century)
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Milano, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9162245057562

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