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Eyeglass Case with Banner and Books

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Oval-shaped eyeglass case made of dark-colored fabric with a white design. The design features three arrows and a quiver on the right side. A loop of cord is attached at the top. A cord with a tassel at the end lies next to the case. The cord is attached to the case with a knot. The background is white. The image is in black and white. The artist and title of the image is "Eyeglass Case with Banner and Books".

Artwork details

Date:
18th–19th century
Medium:
Silk and metallic thread tapestry (kesi), with some painted detail
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
383 × 625 px
Museum record:
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