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Jin-silk with Standing Birds and Continuous Cloud Pattern

China National Silk Museum

China National Silk Museum
Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China

Original selvage on one end is still existent on this piece of warp-faced compound tabby. Mountain-shaped cloud pattern serves as framework, with standing birds woven sporadically among cloud motifs which form horizontal waves.

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  • Title: Jin-silk with Standing Birds and Continuous Cloud Pattern
  • Location: China
  • Location Created: China
  • Type: Textiles
  • Materials and techniques: Silk, Brocade
  • Dynasty: Han dynasty
  • Dimensions: 7cm x 15cm
China National Silk Museum

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