Qing Dynasty Dragon Embroidered Silk Shawl

A Chinese Qing Dynasty silk shawl with embroidery dragon…
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A Chinese Qing Dynasty silk shawl with embroidery dragon pattern, the shawl is also known as a fan-shoulder. It was an accessory to the formal dress of literary and military officials, noblewomen, emperors and empresses. It was tied around the neck to cover the shoulder, shaped like a water chestnut, embroidered with crepe pattern. It is the customization of the Qing Dynasty. There are two different varieties of the shawl, regarding seasons. In wintertime, the shawl made with sable fur while in the summertime it was made by silk embroidery with gold trim, this shawl should be used by the Prince in wintertime, made of gold thread silk, decorated with Xiangyun (propitious cloud) and two flaMing-pearl-chasing dragons. The craftsmanship is exquisite, the appearance is excellent, and it has a high collection value, height 30 cm, width 67 cm

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  • Qing Dynasty - The Qing Dynasty was the last imperial dynasty of China, ruling from 1644 to 1912. It was established by the Manchu people, who originated from the northeastern region of China. The Qing Dynasty was preceded by the Ming Dynasty and followed by the Republic of China.
  • Ming Dynasty - The Ming Dynasty was a ruling dynasty of China from 1368 to 1644. It succeeded the Yuan Dynasty and preceded the Qing Dynasty. The Ming Dynasty was established by Zhu Yuanzhang, a former Buddhist monk who became a rebel leader and eventually overthrew the Mongol Yuan Dynasty. During the Ming Dynasty, China experienced a period of relative stability and prosperity. The government was centralized and bureaucratic, with the emperor at the top of the hierarchy. The Ming Dynasty is known for its cultural achievements, including the development of porcelain, the invention of movable type printing, and the construction of the Great Wall of China.

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