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Chinese Red Silk Embroidered Banner
Chinese Red Silk Embroidered Banner
Chinese Red Silk Embroidered Banner
Chinese Red Silk Embroidered Banner

Chinese Red Silk Embroidered Banner

Owner (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.
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