Old Chinese Cloud Dragon embroidery. A rectangular all silk 'rank badge' or panel. This colourful Late Republic silk piece is eye catching, very intricately stitched with a off white/cream coloured all important five clawed dragon in the centre, chasing the 'eternal flaming pearl' on a teal blue/turquoise silk background with bats, stylised Chinese clouds in shimmering blues, pink, navy, teal and silver grey highlights. The mythical dragon hovers above a pink, aqua and turquoise moutainous scene with pink flowers. All very symbolic and auspicious. Intricate khaki brocade border. Backed on to thick paper and mounted in a simple brown wood frame behind glass. A nice piece for the home. Very good condition with minor spotting. See photographs. Frame W16"xH20", panel approx. W11.5", H15.5".
