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Collar in the Shape of Two Butterflies

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Collar in the Shape of Two Butterflies by Chinese artist. Black collar with scalloped edges. The main body of the collar is black with floral designs in cream, gold, and pale peach colors. The edges have a decorative trim. The collar is shaped like two butterflies joined at the body. The center of the collar has a circular hole. The two ends of the collar are peach-colored with blue and white floral designs. There are intricate details and patterns throughout. The background of the image is light gray.

Artwork details

Date:
18th–19th century
Medium:
Silk embroidery on silk satin
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
600 × 620 px
Museum record:
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