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Lot 109
A Large Chinese Silk Embroidered Table or Altar Front Panel
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
Qing dynasty (1644-1912), 19th century, silk embroidered panel divided into two sections, the bottom with a frontal facing dragon surrounded by Buddhist treasures embroidered in the Forbidden stitch (Peking knot), and the upper section with three longevity symbols embroidered in metallic thread with eight treasure symbols, surrounded by a black silk border embroidered in metallic thread with peony blossoms and scrolling vines, framed under glass.

Frame dimensions 32 1/2 x 37 in.

From the Collection of Michael Kim, Richmond, Virginia

Some scattered areas with loose threads and tears or separation of silk ground; embroidered threads are in good condition; some scattered light stains; good vibrant color to red silk; not examined outside of the frame.