明中期 緙絲龍紋圓補|Dragon medallion

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16th century · Silk and metallic-thread tapestry (kesi) · Asian Art

明中期  緙絲龍紋圓補|Dragon medallion — Unknown

Official Ming-dynasty records document that members of the imperial family wore robes decorated with medallions of dragons.The vibrant colors and dense design of this roundel reflect late Ming court taste.

Artist
Unknown
Date
16th century
Medium
Silk and metallic-thread tapestry (kesi)
Culture
China
Department
Asian Art
Credit line
Fletcher Fund, 1936

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