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Box cover: T.24-1977

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Description

Red satin ground with polychrome silk embroidery in satin stitch with some details in Peking knots.
Central floral motif surrounded by lotus flower design with other flowers, bats and precious objects.

Legal notes

Given by Mrs. Soame Jenyns, in accordance with the wishes of her late husband, Soame Jenyns

Measurements and weight

Width: 36 cm

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1977-03-08) by Jenyns, Soame, Mrs.

Dating

Late 18th-early 19th century
Circa 1750 - Circa 1849

School or Style

Chinese

Materials used in production

Satin

Identification numbers

Accession number: T.24-1977
Primary reference Number: 190300

Audit data

Created: Thursday 1 November 2012 Updated: Friday 6 October 2017

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Applied Arts

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