Birds among flowering branches against clouds

China

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In this exuberant composition, various birds and plants are juxtaposed with cloud formations in colorful combinations. This tapestry was probably part of a larger decorative panel with hundreds of birds and a phoenix, a symbol of a group of loyal officials with a righteous ruler.

Birds among flowering branches against clouds, Silk tapestry (kesi), China

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Birds among flowering branches against clouds, Silk tapestry (kesi), China
Birds among flowering branches against clouds, Silk tapestry (kesi), China
Birds among flowering branches against clouds, Silk tapestry (kesi), China
Birds among flowering branches against clouds, Silk tapestry (kesi), China
Birds among flowering branches against clouds, Silk tapestry (kesi), China
Birds among flowering branches against clouds, Silk tapestry (kesi), China

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