

Tapestry with Dragons and Flowers
The tapestry titled "Tapestry with Dragons and Flowers" by an unknown artist depicts two dragons amidst a floral pattern. The tapestry's background is predominantly mauve. The dragons are positioned in the center and lower portion. The upper dragon faces right with a yellow and green mane; its body is cream and pink. The lower dragon faces left with a black and yellow mane; its body is yellow. Both have five claws. The floral pattern features pink, blue, white, and yellow flowers with green and yellow leaves. The tapestry appears worn along the edges.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 11th–12th century
- Medium
- Silk tapestry (kesi)
- Culture
- Eastern Central Asia
- Dimensions
- 395 × 624 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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