Textile with Floral Medallion, late 8th–early 9th century


Textile with Floral Medallion, Tang dynasty (618–907), late 8th–early 9th century, China, Weft-faced compound twill, Overall: 24 x 28 in. (61 x cm), Textiles-Woven, The “treasure floral medallion” on this textile is one of the most popular designs of the Tang dynasty. The design, which consists of a composite blossom at center surrounded by a quatrefoil pattern on the four sides, is used not only in textiles but also in metalwork and ceramics


Size: 3620px × 2898px
Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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