Description:
Embroidered Couch or Throne Cover, China, 18th/19th century, rectangular yellow silk with rounded edges, a central peony surrounded by lotus flowers, bats, and scrolling leaves, bordered by further lotus flowerheads and leaves on a ground of repeating wan symbols within square reserves, 44 1/2 x 53 in.
The Jim Dixon Collection, to benefit the Krishnamurti Foundation of America
Estimate $3,000-5,000
Overall fading, staining to lower center, scattered splits to silk particularly at center, loss to flower at center.
Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
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ChinaRichard Belkin
Specialist, Rugs & Carpets
508-970-3247
Benjamin Mini
Director, Rugs & Carpets
Regional Director, Maine and Northern New England
508-970-3238
Colin Kraft
Business Manager, Rugs & Carpets
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Fine Oriental Rugs & Carpets
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