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18th century · Silk, metallic thread, and peacock feather embroidery on silk satin · Asian Art

The iridescence of this valance's peacock feather pattern was achieved with actual peacock feathers. The feathers were wrapped around a silk core and the resulting threads couched into place.

Artist

Unknown

Date

18th century

Medium

Silk, metallic thread, and peacock feather embroidery on silk satin

Culture

China

Department

Asian Art

Credit line

Bequest of William Christian Paul, 1929