Throne-back Cover
Shaped Throne-back cover of imperial yellow satin brocade. Central medallion with large five-clawed dragon in blue and gold. Surrounding this motif, on a diapered ground of large and small, shaped, flowered medallions, four five-clawed dragons in profile, also in blue and gold threads. Other colors include green, pink, mauve and red. The sides of the cover are deeply boxed to fit cushion. Lining of gold colored damask with large cloud design. Inscription.
- Date
- early 18th century
- In our collection
- since February the 28th, 2010 up to now
- Dimensions
- L.30-1/4 x W.29-5/8 in.
- Location
- Not on View
- Medium
- silk, satin, gold
- Price
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- Composition
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iron 90% cadmium 1% copper 4% zinc 1% oxygen 4%