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late 17th century · Silk, metallic thread, and peacock feather tapestry (kesi) · Asian Art

This dynamic dragon (long) surges across a golden ground. The brownish green thread of the dragon's body and head is made of peacock feathers.

Artist

Unknown

Date

late 17th century

Medium

Silk, metallic thread, and peacock feather tapestry (kesi)

Culture

China

Department

Asian Art

Credit line

Fletcher Fund, 1936