Chinese Table Screen With Forbidden Knot Textile

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Chinese red and gilt table screen with a medallion of forbidden stitchwork depicting a crane in a field of good … Read more Chinese red and gilt table screen with a medallion of forbidden stitchwork depicting a crane in a field of good luck bats, clouds, fruits, and flowers. The Frame is a carved dragon fish rising from the platform with scrolling clouds and supporting a circular framed and glazed textile panel. The whole is made of a legged low platform and a galleried stand. The whole painted Chinese red with gilt details overall. The panel is set in the frame with metal tabs to hold the back on or is removable. The size is 11.5" by 8", 19.5" tall. The medallion is 7.5" diameter.

A very decorative focal piece with beautiful needlework. See less