Buddhist temple hanging: T.77-1977

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Buddhist temple hanging

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Description

Tapestry weave (kesi). Silk fringing on three sides. Silk embroidery on cotton. Gold on blue ground.
Central panel of calligraphy (Arabic?). Large central dragon with flaming pearl and six subsidiary dragons in a clouded sky with a lower band of waves, rocks and precious objects.

Legal notes

Given by Mrs. Soame Jenyns, in accordance with the wishes of her late husband, Soame Jenyns

Measurements and weight

Length: 71 cm
Width: 46.5 cm

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1977-03-08) by Jenyns, Soame, Mrs.

Dating

19th Century, Mid#
Circa 1825 CE - Circa 1874 CE

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Identification numbers

Accession number: T.77-1977
Primary reference Number: 190429
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Audit data

Created: Thursday 6 December 2012 Updated: Friday 6 October 2017

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Applied Arts

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