Manchu

Cushion Cover

Qing dynasty (1644–1911), 1801/25
Silk, warp-float faced 7:1 satin weave; appliquéd with silk, warp-float faced 4:1 satin weave over paper and over gold leaf on lacquered paper; two panels joined; edged with four-strand warp twining; lined with silk, 4:1 satin damask weave
118.2 × 120.1 cm (46.5 × 47.3 in)

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