Sutra Cover with Lingzhi Fungus and Diagonal Cloud Bands

16th century
Not on view
Sutra cover with repeating pattern of lingzhi fungus and diagonal cloud bands; gold metallic thread on a red background. Silk satin with supplementary-weft patterning in metallic thread.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Sutra Cover with Lingzhi Fungus and Diagonal Cloud Bands
  • Period: Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
  • Date: 16th century
  • Culture: China
  • Medium: Silk and metallic thread
  • Dimensions: Overall: 13 5/8 x 4 3/4 x 1/4 in. (34.6 x 12.1 x 0.6 cm)
  • Classification: Textiles-Woven
  • Credit Line: Purchase, Friends of Asian Art Gifts, in honor of James C. Y. Watt, 2011
  • Object Number: 2011.221.25
  • Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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