Offered by: Tishu
By appointment only Atlanta, GA 30327 , United States Call Seller 305.400.0561

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Antique Japanese Embroidery Tapestry

$ 4,000
  • Description
    A large Japanese silk embroidery tapestry circa 19th century, late Edo to early Meiji period. Meticulously handwork that densely depicts repeated motifs of birds in flight among lush peony blossom in the central panel, which is surrounded by a rectangular band of flower pattern. The outer border features larger peonies interspersed with eight animals, both real and mythological including lion, tiger, deer, horse elephant and Qiling.
    The tapestry is not mounted or framed. It has no backing as shown and the embroidery knots can be seen in the last photo.
  • More Information
    Origin: Japan
    Period: 19th Century
    Materials: Silk and cotton
    Condition: Fair. Antique textile condition with wear and loss to outer border, disintegration and dry rot to the backing fabric. Area of small loss and discoloration as expected. The color and shine is very vivid. No obvious odor or fading.
    Creation Date: 19th century
    Styles / Movements: Bespoke, Asian, Traditional
    Incollect Reference #: 337104
  • Dimensions
    W. 80 in; H. 56 in; D. 0.2 in;
    W. 203.2 cm; H. 142.24 cm; D. 0.51 cm;
Message from Seller:

Our collection ranges from Neolithic Art to 20th century collectible art and design. It spans 5000 thousand years of history and crosses many civilizations and cultures. Our aesthetic strongholds are Mid-century studio design, Japanese and Korean art, Asian Textile Art and Contemporary Aboriginal Art. The diversity is united behind our singular vision to seek for timeless beauty and driven purely by our passion

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