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Jin-silk with Bead and Tree Pattern

China National Silk Museum

China National Silk Museum
Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China

On this piece of weft-faced compound tabby, dark brown weft yarns form foundation while light brown weft threads create pattern, with green weft fibers woven in partial area. There are two horizontal belts composed of decorative patterns such as beads, small six-petal flowers, and a line of tree-shaped motifs lies between the two zones.

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  • Title: Jin-silk with Bead and Tree Pattern
  • Location: China
  • Location Created: China
  • Type: Textiles
  • Materials and techniques: Silk, Brocade
  • Dynasty: Northern dynasties
  • Dimensions: 30cm x 33cm
China National Silk Museum

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