Panel with the moon goddess and attendants

14th–15th century

Not on view

This ornate brocade represents the celestial garden on the moon, where the goddess Chang’e (dressed in a red robe and blue skirt) is accompanied by attendants bearing a scroll, flower vase, lingzhi magic fungus, and ruyi scepter, respectively. Her identity is revealed by the rabbits at her feet and the osmanthus branch in her hand.

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明早期　女仙玉兔妝花緞
Title: Panel with the moon goddess and attendants
Period: Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
Date: 14th–15th century
Culture: China
Medium: Plain weave silk brocaded with metal thread
Dimensions: Overall: 11 x 24 in. (27.9 x 61 cm)
Classification: Textiles-Woven
Credit Line: Fletcher Fund, 1946
Object Number: 46.156.25
Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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