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Cushion Cover for Imperial Arm Pillow

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Oval-shaped cushion cover made of fabric, pointed at the top and rounded at the bottom. The cover features a large dragon design in the center, with the dragon's body curved and facing to the right. The dragon has a long tail and appears to have five claws. The dragon's head is facing forward, and it has a flame-like pattern on its head. The background of the cover has a cloud-like pattern throughout. The cover is divided into three horizontal sections by two thin lines. The top section has a smaller dragon or phoenix design. The cover is displayed against a plain background.

Artwork Details

Medium
Silk, metallic thread; on silk
Culture
China
Dimensions
448 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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