Chinese Embroidered Blue Tablecloth, 19th Century
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A Chinese blue-ground embroidered tablecloth dating from the 19th century. It is decorated with roundels of flowers and scholarly objects, which are arranged around a central roundel with butterflies. Flowers, butterflies, and jewels are scattered between all the roundels.
Dimensions are: 85 inches tall X 70 1/2 inches wide, 215.9 cm X 179.1 cm. All measurements are approximate.
Condition: There is creasing and loose threads. There are some areas of repair to the backing.
Provenance: From a private Northern Virginia collection. Collected in the early 20th century by the current owner's grandparents during their time stationed in China working for Standard Oil.
Dimensions are: 85 inches tall X 70 1/2 inches wide, 215.9 cm X 179.1 cm. All measurements are approximate.
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Condition: There is creasing and loose threads. There are some areas of repair to the backing.
Provenance: From a private Northern Virginia collection. Collected in the early 20th century by the current owner's grandparents during their time stationed in China working for Standard Oil.
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Chinese Embroidered Blue Tablecloth, 19th Century
Estimate $200 - $400
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