Hanging Piece with Buddhist Design

China National Silk Museum
Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China

This textile, which originates from Cambodia, is used for decoration in temples. Images of human figures, elephants, and sacred fig trees are woven into the fabric as an expressive form of Buddhist beliefs. The textile features a plain weave and placid colors.

Details

Title: Hanging Piece with Buddhist Design
Type: Textiles
Rights: All rights reserved
Medium: Silk
Width: 78.5cm
Length: 120cm

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Hanging Piece with Buddhist Design

China National Silk Museum
Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China

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