Silk with Kesi weaving, silk and gold threads. China, late Qing Dynasty

This lot comprises a total of 15 Kesi silk brocade weavings in diverse sizes. Depicted are Manchurian cranes surrounded by auspicious objects and an ornamental frame. The fine Kesi technique and the fact that the crane was the highest civic rank at the period make this unusual lot highly collectible.

Shape: Rectangular and squared panels
Dimensions: Largest in group: 49 x 163 cm; smallest in group: 24 x 88 cm
Condition: Good condition with minor soiling, wear and some loose threads –mainly at the margin
Provenance: Austrian private collection

晚清一組15塊仙鶴紋緙絲補子
品相良好，稍有使用痕跡及邊緣部分少有脫綫
奧地利私人收藏