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Cushion Cover for Imperial Arm Pillow

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a black-and-white photograph of a cushion cover for an imperial arm pillow. The cover is shaped like a shield with a pointed top and rounded sides that taper to a point at the bottom. The cover features a large dragon in the center, with its body curved and its head facing forward. The dragon has five claws, a flame-like tuft on its head, and a long tail. The background of the cover has a pattern of clouds or waves. The cover appears to be made of fabric, possibly silk or another smooth material. The image is in black and white. The background of the image is white.

Artwork details

Medium:
Silk, metallic thread; on silk
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
419 × 625 px
Museum record:
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