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Framed Chinese Antique Silk Embroidery Panel

Offered by: Tishu

Description
A Chinese silk panel with elaborate embroidery circa late 19th century, end of Qing Dynasty. On the salmon pink background, the image depicts a pair of phoenixes perched on rocks surrounded by blooming peonies with butterflies and bats flying around them. Pheonix, the king of all birds, is beloved by Chinese and symbolizes royal and mythic power. Peonies is considered the most splendid and glorious blooms and associated with luxuriant beauty. The entire picture was hand-embroidered in long and short satin stitches by expertly using silk threads of a wide range of colors. The workmanship is quite superb.
The panel is beautifully presented within a linen mat with silk border and a gilt wood frame equipped with two brass hangers of Asian longevity motif and museum quality none-reflective glass.
The image size is 17.75" x 20.5".

More Information

Origin:	China
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	silk, wood
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Fine condition without any noticeable issue other than minor general aging in keeping with the nature of the material. Beautifully matted and framed under museum UV non-reflective glass.
Creation Date:	late 19th century
Styles / Movements:	Chinese Export, Asian, Traditional
Patterns:	Animal/Insects, Asian/Oriental, Florals/Botanical, Geometric, Handmade
Incollect Reference #:	563018

Dimensions

W.	28.8 in;	H.	31.6 in;	D.	1 in;
W.	73.15 cm;	H.	80.26 cm;	D.	2.54 cm;

Message from Seller:

Tishu, based in Atlanta, GA, offers a diverse collection ranging from Neolithic art to 20th-century collectibles, with a focus on Mid-century design, Japanese and Korean art, Asian textiles, and Contemporary Aboriginal art. Driven by a passion for timeless beauty, the gallery is open by appointment only and offers works that span 5,000 years of history. Reach them at 305-400-0561 or tishu@tishugallery.com.

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