Description:
Embroidered Temple Banner, China, 19th century, the bottom register depicting the eight Immortals riding mythical beasts, the middle with various shaped cartouches embroidered with vignettes of flowers and birds, with a band of characters at the top, bordered by bands of Buddhist emblems and auspicious symbols, the three sections all embellished with metal studs, 115 x 38 in. Estimate $800-1,000 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.