mid 18th century
Two seamed sections pieced horizontally on left side; yellow damask with motif of two Chinese figures on either side of a palm tree, and pavillions, in rocaille lozenges; merchant's label on back.
200.3 x 107.3 x 107.32 cm (78 7/8 x 42 1/4 x 42 1/4 in.)
Silk damask
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