Physical description
A rectangular panel of woven silk k'o ssu depicting a four-clawed dragon in profile against a cloud-filled background and above waves and rocks. The panel is evidently cut from a larger piece as only the tips of the stylised rocks and the spray from the waves is now visible.
The panel is woven with light and dark blue, red, pale green, tan, ochre, pink and white silks and gilt thread. The degree of fading may be measured by comparing the front side with the reverse.
Place of Origin
China (made)
Date
early 17th century (made)
Artist/maker
Unknown
Materials and Techniques
Woven silk with gilt thread
Dimensions
Length: 42 cm, Width: 32 cm, Length: 16.5 in, Width: 12.5 in
Object history note
Purchased. Registered File number 1978/1474.
Descriptive line
Tapestry panel, coloured woven silk with gilt thread, China, Ming dynasty, 17th century
Materials
Silk (textile); Metal thread
Techniques
Weaving
Subjects depicted
Rock; Waves; Dragons
Categories
Textiles; Tapestry
Collection
East Asia Collection