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Chinese Tapestry from 1840 era

By garyyost, 13 April, 2010
Description

My great grandfather's grandparents were missionaries in China in the +-1840s. This beautiful tapestry was presented to them in China as a token of appreciation from the Chinese during this time period. The piece is framed but appears to be approximately 20" long by 3 to 5" wide. It is hand embroidered/woven with silk and depicts the journey that people go through to get to heaven. Detailed images include a dragon, large bees, etc. Please see photographs.

Category
Asian Art
Medium
Silk
Distinguishing marks
Unknown
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
Approximately 20" long x 3 to 5" wide
Date Period
1840s
Weight
Unknown
History
It was presented by the Chinese to American missionaries doing work in China in the 1840s (give or take 20 years)
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known)
Gift from the Chinese to American missionaries
For Sale?
No
Photos

garyyost

15 years 2 months ago

Re: Chinese Tapestry from 1840 era

Any insight on this piece would be tremendously appreciated :) Thank you!

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BABYDOLL_46_00

15 years 2 months ago

In reply to Re: Chinese Tapestry from 1840 era by garyyost

Re: Chinese Tapestry from 1840 era

I have a similar posting of this kind also on the site which I posted March 17, 2010 as of yet I have no comments whatso ever on it. If you go into my posting I do have some knowledge that was handed down on them. If you hear anything or have a question on some of what I know please let me know. Have a nice day!

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Anonymous (not verified)

14 years 8 months ago

Re: Chinese Tapestry from 1840 era

Hi,

 

this is a chinese sleeve band that would have been attached to a late 19th, early 20th century chinese robe.

On Ebay you might get around 50 to 100 USD for it.

REgards,

Florian

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