Chinese Red Silk Embroidered Banner
OwnerOwned by
James Cromar Watt
(Aberdeen, Scotland, 1862 - 1940)
Date19th century
Object NameBanner
Mediumsilk, metallic thread
ClassificationsTextiles
Dimensions168 x 54.5 x 0.1cm
AcquisitionJames Cromar Watt Bequest, 1941.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS071502
About MeThis Chinese silk banner is embroidered with flowers, candles, bats, dragons, pagodas and cresting blue waves. The bat symbolises happiness in Chinese culture.
19th Century
James Cromar Watt
Qing Dynasty, 18th - 19th century
possibly early 20th Century
James Cromar Watt
Qing Dynasty, 19th century
Qing Dynasty, late 19th century