Medallion with Five-Clawed Dragon (long)

late 17th century

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This dynamic dragon (long) surges across a golden ground. The brownish green thread of the dragon's body and head is made of peacock feathers.

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Title: Medallion with Five-Clawed Dragon (long)
Period: Qing dynasty (1644–1911)
Date: late 17th century
Culture: China
Medium: Silk, metallic thread, and peacock feather tapestry (kesi)
Dimensions: 12 1/4 x 11 3/4 in. (31.1 x 29.8 cm)
Classification: Textiles-Tapestries
Credit Line: Fletcher Fund, 1936
Object Number: 36.65.32
Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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