Daoguang period, 1821-1850
137 x 220.5 cm (53 15/16 x 86 13/16 in.)
Silk
18th-19th centuryChineseSilk in 'kesi' tapestry weave, selected elements woven with metallic silver threads
19th centuryChineseGolden beige silk damask
17th-20th centuryChineseYellow silk with selvedges intact; the basic fabric in tabby weave, the decorative medallions in damask weave
19th centuryChineseRoyal blue silk gauze with embroidered decoration
19th centuryChineseLavender silk twill ground with brocaded decoration
19th centuryChineseSilk in 'kesi' tapestry weave
18th-19th centuryChineseSatin with designs in slit tapestry weave (“kesi”)
19th centuryChinese