Embroidered wall hanging with lion-dog design
Datelate 19th century
Maker
Japanese
Label TextThis intricately embroidered wall hanging features lion-dogs with large peony flowers, which indicate an affiliation with China. One theory suggests that the lion-dog had been brought to Japan from China via Korea.
Object number74.10
Photo CreditPhoto: Scott Leen
Exhibition HistorySeattle, Washington, Seattle Art Museum, Deities and Demons: Supernatural in Japanese Art, Oct. 20, 2022 - ongoing.Credit LineGift of Mrs. Bessie L. Tornroth and Mrs. Eva Jansen in memory of Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Blinn Stevens.
Dimensions63 11/16 x 36 7/8 in. (161.7 x 93.7 cm)
MediumSilk cloth with embroidery
Japanese
ca. 1880-1890
Object number: 2003.108
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