Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 19th century, beautifully embroidered silk long narrow panels, one set with golden yellow silk ground and embroidered with gold thread and colors in the forbidden stitch in designs of peonies and bats, the second set with a cream silk ground embroidered with vases filled with flowers.

37 in. (longest)

The Lifelong Collection of Keith and Caroline Gray, Charlotte, NC. Keith and Caroline Gray were passionate about antiques, art, and history. Together they attended antique shows and auctions for decades – assembling a collection particularly strong on American coin silver, Asian art, historical documents, early images, and English ceramics. Both were longtime supporters of the Mint Museum in Charlotte, with Caroline serving in multiple capacities from docent to a member of the acquisitions board and trustee. Caroline translated her love of material culture into a successful career, becoming a certified property appraiser in Charlotte.

Some staining and marks to silk.