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A 'dragon' kesi panel — 明十六世紀 緙絲四爪龍紋掛屏 鏡框

A 'dragon' kesi panel

明十六世紀 緙絲四爪龍紋掛屏 鏡框

A Ming dynasty kesi (silk tapestry) panel from the 16th century featuring a four-clawed dragon motif in a framed mounting. This prestigious textile artwork exemplifies the refined craftsmanship and imperial symbolism of Ming decorative arts.

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Arts d'Asie Online

November 3, 2021

Estimate: $3,000$4,000

Lot 39

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A 'dragon' kesi panel, 明十六世紀 緙絲四爪龍紋掛屏 鏡框

A Ming dynasty kesi (silk tapestry) panel from the 16th century featuring a four-clawed dragon motif in a framed mounting. This prestigious textile artwork exemplifies the refined craftsmanship and imperial symbolism of Ming decorative arts.

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Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Blue, Dragon, Mythical, Classical, Ming Dynasty, Kesi, Silk, Textile, Ornamental, Chinese