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Imperial Curtain Hanging

Large curtain hanging of imperial yellow brocaded satin. Design of nine large five-clawed dragons in gold in a field of loose clouds. Below, the Eternal Sea, with symbols in the waves. At the top, a deep, pleated valance on which appear small gold dragons and clouds. Two loose strips of the same design, hang down the front of the main curtain. An imperial piece of superb quality. Lining in gold-colored damask of cloud design.

Date
mid 18th century
In our collection
since April the 21st, 2014 up to now
Dimensions
188 1/2 x 240 3/4 in. (478.79 x 611.51 cm)
Location
Not on View
Medium
Silk brocade
Price
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Composition
atium27%
zinc66%
copper2%
oxygen3%
iron0%
cadmium2%