Dark blue ground, polychrome silk and gilt paper (kinran) brocading. Backing of red silk damask. Repeat pattern of flowers (peony, chrysanthemums, aster), foliage and scrolls.
Given by Mrs. Soame Jenyns, in accordance with the wishes of her late husband, Soame Jenyns
Length: 155.5 cm
Width: 31.25 cm
Method of acquisition: Given (1977-03-08) by Jenyns, Soame, Mrs.
19th Century, Early#
Production date:
circa
AD 1810
Accession number: T.200-1977
Primary reference Number: 197218
Stable URI
Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Applied Arts
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