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Furniture Cover for Throne

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The artwork titled "Furniture Cover for Throne" by an unknown artist depicts a square piece of fabric with intricate designs. The fabric has a central symmetrical pattern featuring a dragon-like creature, possibly a Chinese dragon, surrounded by detailed motifs. The central creature has a long body with scales, legs, and flames around it. The body of the fabric features various patterns, including waves, clouds, and geometric shapes. The border of the fabric is decorated with stylized waves and curved lines. The fabric appears to be made of silk or a similar material and features detailed embroidery. The image is in black and white. A ruler is placed at the bottom left corner for scale.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Silk, metallic thread; lined with silk
Culture
China
Dimensions
581 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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