Ningxia throne back
| Dimensions | 2'2" x 2'2" |
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$1,500.00
Availability: In stock
This classic Chinese throne back draws three five-clawed dragons against a golden ground. The bottom border has ‘magic mountain’ imagery, while several varieties of flowering plants, perhaps representing the four seasons, are traced on the sides. The top is punctuated by a butterfly. Such iconic drawing may be seen in throne backs woven in Ningxia from at least the 18th century, and may go back to Ming prototypes.
Collection of Dr. and Mrs. William T. Price