Mandarin Square, One of a Pair
Pair of k'ossu mandarin squares with central design of peacock. Clouds, peonies, sun disk, Buddhist emblems and Eternal Sea in shades of blue, green, red, pink, yellow and orange. Border of swastika fret meander in gold on black. Painted details. Note use of peacock feathers in weaving.
- Date
- 19th century
- In our collection
- since July the 13th, 2010 up to now
- Dimensions
- L.11-3/4 x W.11-1/8 in.
- Location
- Not on View
- Medium
- satin, silk, pigments, peacock feathers
- Price
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- Composition
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iron 16% zinc 84%