Phoenix and Tree Peony
The embroidered artwork depicts a phoenix and tree peony. The phoenix on the left faces right with head turned upward and backward. The phoenix has a curved beak and tufts of feathers on top of its head. Its wings are folded against its body with the left wing covering the right wing. The tree peony on the right has several curved leaves sprouting around the flower, with multiple petals visible. The background is a dark greenish-gray fabric. The embroidery uses shades of gold, rust, blue and green.
Artwork Details
- Dimensions
- 1228 × 893 px
- Museum Record
- View original
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