Dragon Among Flowers

Anonymous tapestry, Sung
   Dynasty (960-1279)
Leaf 1 from the album "Lou

   Hui Chi Chin," 22.5 x 31.3 cm

        Shown against a white silk background is a dragon proceeding through flowers, including chrysanthemums, peonies, and camellias. This gold five-clawed dragon appears quite lively. The outlines of the petals and leaves are done in the same color as the scales. The coloring is soft and harmonious, and the workmanship of the tapestry is detailed and of high quality, making for a highly decorative work of art.

Dragon Among Flowers