Pair of Chinese Qing Dynasty Kesi silk with hardwood frame. Chinese Embroidery Dragon Silk Kesi, slit tapestry, Kesi is a finely-woven Chinese pictorial silk tapestry. The name, which means cut silk, comes from the visual illusion of cut threads that is created by distinct, unblended areas of color. Expertly weaved and finely decorated with metallic threads showing front facing imperial gilt-bronze five-claws dragon, borne amidst fumes of a ruyi clouds and flames, to chase the flame pearls, over cresting wavy Li-Shui water. Ruyi a wish for success without any obstacles , according to wishes, signifies good wishes for future prosperity, It is often used as a decorative motif in embroidery and hardwood lattices good fortune It may have come from the Buddhist tradition and came to symbolize wealth and power. Dragon is the symbol of the Emperor, the Son of Heaven, eternity, Yang and Yin, male vigor and fecundity, the Li-Shui wave pattern which is known to be the abode of dragons. The dragon is also the most important of the four super natural creatures in Chinese mythology, ranked with the Phoenix, the Qilin, and the Tortoise. The dragon is also the symbol of the month March, of Spring and of rebirth and fertility for it brings the rain bearing clouds of spring. When shown with the heavenly pearl, sometimes ball, it represents thunder and the storm. Emblem of vigilance and safety, and frequently associated with the idea of joy. An iron-red Shou medallion on center. All contrast reserved against royal-yellow background. The tapestry has a smooth surface and appears exactly the same on the front and back. Elegantly and smooth presented upon a carved hardwood stand frame. LOT NOTES:Besides, China is a nation worship dragon. Among the upper dominated class, the Emperor, without any doubt, designated the color yellow and the dragon emblem on traditional Chinese imperial dress as an exclusive affirmation of their power. You will find the most typical example from the dress of Qing's Emperor and his empress. Apart from bright yellow, red, blue and light blue were also reserved colors for the emperor in Qing dynasty. Yellow was reserved for attending feasts and celebrations. Qing emperors' dress adhered to a rigid code that specified clothing for every occasion: ceremonial robes for the most formal ceremonial occasions, court wear for holding audiences, auspicious garments worn during the celebration of festive occasions such as Lunar New Year and his birthday, informal clothing to be worn in his private quarters, and travel ensembles to be worn during the hunt, expeditions and inspection tours. Each ensemble consisted of several garments, headgear, belts, shoes and accessories. The ensembles included seasonal variants. Winter garments, for example, were lined with fur.Height:64 inWidth: 36.13 inDepth: 5/8 in