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Square Export Shawl Embroidered with Four Scenes, Figures, Pavilions, Flowers and Birds

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Square shawl with fringed edges; cream-colored background; central design features four scenes, people, pavilions, flowers, and birds; scenes are symmetrical; colors include red, blue, black, and others; border around design; fringes on all sides.

Artwork Details

Date: Early 20th century
Medium: White silk
Culture: China for Western market
Dimensions: 600 × 489 px
Public Domain: Yes
Museum Record: View original

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