Chinese Large Silk Embroidered Opera Curtain Tapestry 19 Century

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This is spectacular, in every way the size and the embroidery , you can t get better than that the … Read more This is spectacular, in every way the size and the embroidery , you can t get better than that the figures are large and unbelievable , attention to details is absolutely fabulous , in the outfits , jewelry ,expressions , the extensive use of colors it all create a exquisite result . The piece is entirely embroidered with silk , metallic threads on cotton , there is not an inch that it s not , even the faces are completely embroidered , you will find three large figures one feminine and two masculine , three more in a smaller size and all are surrounded by a large impressive dragon that seems flying in-between .This pieces brings you directly in orient in the very best way, more you look at it more you see details that you didn t notice , the size is generous 132H on 75 W , as a wall ornement this would be outstanding , the magic of asian art is that is blends in any style .We have found a similar piece at the Metropolitan museum and they refer to it as on opera curtain , so we would believe this piece is the same . If you want something exceptional this is it . Please check our large selection of rare textiles , tapestries , curtains that we have listed in our Chairish shop at FRENCHTOUCH10 See less