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19th century · Silk and metallic-thread embroidery on silk stain · Asian Art

The paired fish embroidered on this small purse are said to symbolize harmony, and the purse’s cover is in the shape of a stone chime—a rebus for “celebration.”

Artist

Unknown

Date

19th century

Medium

Silk and metallic-thread embroidery on silk stain

Culture

China

Department

Asian Art

Credit line

Gift of Florance Waterbury, 1967