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Unknown Chinese

Chinese

Untitled (Butterfly Embroidery)
circa 1851

Embroidery on silk
36.75 x 40.75 x 2.375 in.
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Sweet
1990.63

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blue, Chinese characters*, embroidery*, flower, round*, silk*, Water lilies*
  • blue
  • Chinese characters - General term for the system of symbols, developed in China; used for writing in several Asian languages, each of which can have distinct variations.
  • embroidery - Refers to works characterized by a pattern or design executed in stitches using thread or fine wire. The designs are typically executed on textiles, but leather, paper, or another media may also be used; the designs may be intended to be framed, or to decorate apparel, bed linens, furniture coverings, pillows, altar cloths, ceremonial hangings, or other items.
  • flower
  • round - Forms or outlines having a degree of curvature approximating that of a circle or sphere.
  • silk - Textile made from silk fiber, which is a fiber derived from the cocoon of the silkworm moth.
  • Water lilies - Sources:
    - Web. 3
    - Random House
    - SPN

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