Silk brocade of fine quality; green ground. Pattern of gold colour with two five-clawed confronting dragons either side of the character for longevity "shou"; with a border of dragons pursuing the flaming pearl.
Given by Mrs. Soame Jenyns, in accordance with the wishes of her late husband, Soame Jenyns
Height: 69 cm
Width: 135 cm
Method of acquisition: Given (1977-03-08) by Jenyns, Soame, Mrs.
18th Century, Early#
Production date:
circa
AD 1700
Accession number: T.79-1977
Primary reference Number: 190431
Stable URI
Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Applied Arts
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