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Tapestry with Dragons and Flowers

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

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
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