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18th–19th century · Tapestry-woven silk (kesi) · Asian Art

A fan case, watch cover, flat envelope, watch case, and folding case comprise this girdle set of accessories that hung from a man's belt. The set shows the continuation and expansion of a Yuan-dynasty (1279–1368) tradition of silk tapestry fans decorated with dragons among clouds.

Artist

Unknown

Date

18th–19th century

Medium

Tapestry-woven silk (kesi)

Culture

China

Department

Asian Art

Credit line

Gift of Alan Priest, 1961