Asian Art Auction

June 13, 2016

LOT 248

Lot 248

Imperial Dragon Kesi Tapestry, 19th Century

Imperial Dragon Kesi Tapestry, 19th Century
Lot 248 Details
Imperial Dragon Kesi Tapestry, 19th Century

清19世紀 緙絲龍袍料一幅

Very finely woven in muted tones of blue, green, gold, apricot and cream, depicting a central dragon clutching a flaming pearl amidst fire and cloud scrolls, surrounded by auspicious symbols, above a series of rollicking waves, all on a soft blue-grey field
38.9" x 20.5" — 98.8 x 52 cm.

Estimate $800-$1,000

Realised: $1,200
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

From an Important Private Collection, London, England
Acquired mainly from Christie’s and Sotheby’s London, from the 1970s to the 1990s
Lots 243 - 273

Note:

A very similar group of four panels were sold at Christie’s London, May 17, 2013, lot 1448

Another similar panel was sold at Christie’s London, November 11, 2011, lot 1463

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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