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Panel, small, of faded red satin made from two pieces, the upper acting as valance. Both embroidered in satin stitch and couched laid work in colored silks, and in both pieces the embroidery is unfinished. Both pieces edged with much worn blue and black brocade surmounted with narrow blue and white braid and gold and blue gimp. Lining and heading of pale yellow China silk, pieced. Probably used on small altar or shrine

Date
19th century
In our collection
since February the 3rd, 2014 up to now
Dimensions
21 5/8 x 38 5/8in. (54.9 x 98.1cm)
Location
G218
Medium
Silk, embroidery
Price
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Composition
copper38%
zinc62%