A Tibetan Dragon and Phoenix Rug Hanging

Early 20th century, a dark red orange woven carpet featuring a large dragon and phoenix surrounded by swirling clouds and lotus blossoms, has a later backing with sewn panels to fit a wooden rod to either hang vertically or horizontally, presented together with original purchase receipt from Tibet.

72 x 34 in.

Purchased February 15, 1993 in Tibet.

Some fading to color; some small losses to yarn on edges; some dirt to surface; hole and some stains to backing; backing added for hanging.

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