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
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copper 32% atium 40% cadmium 28%