Description:
Embroidered Seat Cushion Cover, China, 19th/20th century, with a central front-facing lung dragon and four others facing inwards at the four corners, surrounded by ruyi-headed clouds and bats in gold thread on a blue ground, mounted on a metal rod, 28 x 34 in.
Asian Art Online
Estimate $100-200
Blue silk backing unstable and deteriorating, threadbare in places, several pieces detached, some gold threads loose, tear to mount.
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ChinaSuhyung Kim
Director, Asian Works of Art
508-970-3263
Helen Eagles
Deputy Director, Asian Works of Art
508-970-3132
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