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Altar Frontal

Altar Frontal of brocaded brick red satin. In the main panel one large five-clawed dragon in gold surrounded by loose clouds in shades of green, blue, and tan. Below, a shallow area of rolling waves among which appear the Eight Precious Things. At the top a short pleated valance bearing five-clawed dragons and longevity characters in the panels formed by the pleats. Linings of blue cotton and thin pink silk. Illegible seal on back.

Date
early 18th century
In our collection
since November the 5th, 2010 up to now
Dimensions
L.36-7/8 x W.30-3/8 in.
Location
Not on View
Medium
silk, satin
Price
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Composition
copper32%
atium40%
cadmium28%