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Exceptional Asian textile artwork from the early 20th century (Republican Period), faithfully executed in line with the sumptuous aesthetic and imperial canons of late Qing Dynasty. It is a large-format natural silk panel rich in symbolism, technical finesse, and extraordinary chromatic vividness. Iconography and Cultural Theme: The work exquisitely and meticulously illustrates the iconic celebration of the Duanwu Festival (Dragon Boat Festival). It presents four majestic vessels with dragon-head prows, where multiple individual rowers are embroidered with textured relief threads to simulate scales. Along the riverbanks, a lively festive scene is detailed with figures dressed in traditional attire, pagodas, and relief stone bridges, willows, and ceremonial elements such as banners, lanterns, and wind instruments. High-Couture Work and Singular Finishes (Extremely Laborious): The main canvas is realized on delicate imperial yellow natural silk. The faces of the figures show a highly valued classic workmanship: features and gazes outlined with matte black silk threads that mimic the expressive makeup of traditional Chinese Opera. The perimeter of the yellow silk is framed by a delicate floral textile trim applied and fully hand-sewn, noticeable in the meticulous corners finished with artisanal mitering. The piece is completed with an elegant burgundy-profile border and a sumptuous perimeter textile mat of thick fabric with a complex classical jacquard geometric pattern in bronze and olive green tones. The back of the textile is perfectly protected with a green-olive protective silk, visible through the glass. Premium Presentation and Framing: The piece is presented in an exclusive contemporary floating mounting with double translucent glass, allowing the silk to be admired suspended in air in its entirety and the olive-green reverse to be seen. Framed in a black wooden structure with a gold inner profile that enhances the natural highlights of the silk. Ready to hang. Total dimensions (including frame): 76 cm high x 45 cm wide. Condition: Excellent state of conservation. The textile maintains superb tension and the colors retain all their original vividness. A piece of great artisanal finesse, ideal for discerning collectors of Oriental art.

Estimate:£167.51

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