Description
CHINA, 18th century, Qianlong period. Important textile in silk (kesi) and gold thread. Richly embroidered with a central medallion design of scrolls and flowers, the border with a frieze of stylized dragons qilongs. 125 x 85 cm (some wear, slight tears, missing, stains). References: "Cushion Cover for an Imperial Dais (kang) with Design of Floral Scrolls and the Eight Auspicious Symbols of Buddhism", Saint Louis Art Museum, ref. 158:1916. Resold on a wild bid by Mr. Chun-Der Lee, Escondido, USA, at the auction of October 28, 2022
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CHINA, 18th century, Qianlong period. Important textile in silk (kesi) and gold thread. Richly embroidered with a central medallion design of scrolls and flowers, the border with a frieze of stylized dragons qilongs. 125 x 85 cm (some wear, slight tears, missing, stains). References: "Cushion Cover for an Imperial Dais (kang) with Design of Floral Scrolls and the Eight Auspicious Symbols of Buddhism", Saint Louis Art Museum, ref. 158:1916. Resold on a wild bid by Mr. Chun-Der Lee, Escondido, USA, at the auction of October 28, 2022
