2005.5.426.1 - Wool Carpet Throne Cover for the Back of a Throne
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Object Typethrone cover
Artistunknown
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Item Details
Object Typethrone cover
Artistunknown
Date Madedate unknown
Accession Number
2005.5.426.1
Title
Wool Carpet Throne Cover for the Back of a Throne
Category
textiles
Object Type
throne cover
Artist
unknown
Date Made
date unknown
Place Made
China
Culture
Chinese
Period
Qing 19th century
Materials
cotton; wool; silk noil
Measurements
overall: 72 cm x 71.5 cm
Description
The wool carpet throne cover features three five-clawed dragons, representing a harmonious relationship among them. It represents a typical imperial composition of numerous dragons, interpreted as a symbol of social…
The wool carpet throne cover features three five-clawed dragons, representing a harmonious relationship among them. It represents a typical imperial composition of numerous dragons, interpreted as a symbol of social order corresponding to Confucianism. These three dragons are surrounded by clouds, with rocks and waves below. The shape of the carpet corresponds to a throne chair.
Credit Line
Gift of Sandy and Cécile Mactaggart
Citation
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Page Citation
"2005.5.426.1 - Wool Carpet Throne Cover for the Back of a Throne, Mactaggart Art Collection." University of Alberta Museums Search Site, https://search.museums.ualberta.ca/21-20932. Accessed 26 Dec. 2024.
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