Pictorial Panel

Picture panel of embroidered, faded rose-color satin. the scene shows the Prime Minister, Su Chin, and his wife receiving a group of dignitaries. Representatives of the six warring States? Some of these bring gifts. Note the four-clawed dragons on Su Chin's robe. Pine boughs, floral sprays, and clouds in background. Chiefly satin stitch in shades of blue, green, pink, yellow, red, and tan. Border of black satin embroidered with running floral design in shades of blue. Lining of coarse, natural cotton.

Former Classification: Textiles - Tapestry