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Valance

Picture valance of embroidered crimson satin representing dignitarys paying hommage to Su Chin, Prime Minister of the Six States of Warring States period, circa 270BC. Chiefly satin and couched stitch. In the background pine and bamboo trees, flowers, etc. At bottom and ends a border of pale blue silk braid; along the bottom tasselled fringe. Lining of coarse pink cotton.

Date
19th century
In our collection
since February the 3rd, 2011 up to now
Dimensions
L.171 x W.21 in
Location
Not on View
Medium
silk,cotton, embroidery
Price
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Composition
oxygen85%
cadmium15%