Textile
ClassificationsTextiles-components-panels
Date19th to 20th Century
Made AtTibet Autonomous Region, China, Asia
MediumSilk
Dimensions16 1/2 × 23 in. (41.9 × 58.4 cm)
Credit LineGift of Anne and Long Shung Shih
Object number2021.8.5
DescriptionTextiles are a common sight in both Tibetan Buddhist temples and on altars within private homes, often decorating walls, pillars, and rafters or placed beneath objects of religious significance. This embroidered rectangular textile panel depicts common dragon and lotus flower motifs. It shows quite a bit of wear, indicating that it was used quite often.On View
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19th to 20th Century
