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Framed Antique Chinese Embroidery Qing Dynasty Provenance

Offered by: Tishu

Description
A Chinese antique embroidery presented in a museum quality frame, originally purchased from Galerie Du Monde in Hongkong. Originally, the textile was a roundel design likely from the center front of a noble woman's robe and it is dated to Qing dynasty, circa 19th century. With colored silk threads and different stitch techniques such as satin and Peking knots, it showcases two fairy ladies in flowing robes surrounded by peonies, a motif very popular in Qing dynasty in woman's clothing. Displayed in a silver wood frame with a matching double linen matt. Label remains on the back as shown.

More Information

Origin:	China
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	silk, wood
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor wear on the frame, the textile was not examined out of the frame
Creation Date:	19th century
Styles / Movements:	Chinese Export, Asian, Traditional
Patterns:	Animal/Insects, Asian/Oriental, Handmade
Incollect Reference #:	427207

Dimensions

W.	17 in;	H.	17 in;	D.	2 in;
W.	43.18 cm;	H.	43.18 cm;	D.	5.08 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