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An imperially inscribed kesi silk 'Gengzhi tu' panel — 清乾隆 緙絲御製詩耕織圖

An imperially inscribed kesi silk 'Gengzhi tu' panel

清乾隆 緙絲御製詩耕織圖

An imperial kesi silk panel from the Qing Dynasty (Qianlong period) featuring the 'Gengzhi tu' (Cultivation and Weaving Chart), a traditional Chinese subject matter rendered in the luxurious kesi weaving technique. The work bears imperial inscription, indicating its creation for court use.

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A Journey Through China's History. The Dr Wou Kiuan Collection Part 3

November 1, 2022

Estimate: $50,000$70,000

Lot 30

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An imperially inscribed kesi silk 'Gengzhi tu' panel, 清乾隆 緙絲御製詩耕織圖

An imperial kesi silk panel from the Qing Dynasty (Qianlong period) featuring the 'Gengzhi tu' (Cultivation and Weaving Chart), a traditional Chinese subject matter rendered in the luxurious kesi weaving technique. The work bears imperial inscription, indicating its creation for court use.

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

Related themes

Imperial, Historic, Qing Dynasty, Decorative, Narrative, Intricate, Textile Art, Agricultural, Chinese, Kesi Silk