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Sutra Cover with Dragons and Phoenixes amid Floral Scrolls

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Vertical rectangular cover with a black background and red design. The design features dragons, phoenixes, flowers, and scroll-like patterns. The dragons and phoenixes are depicted in red and orange hues, with the dragons having five claws and flame-like tails. The phoenixes have long tails and beaks. The flowers are stylized and scattered throughout the design. The scroll-like patterns are curved and intertwined with the other elements. The cover has a smooth, flat appearance and is set against a light gray background.

Artwork details

Date:
16th century
Medium:
Plain weave silk with supplementary silk weft patterning
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
259 × 625 px
Museum record:
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