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Medium: Silk (2537)
Medium: Silk (2537)
Portraits of the Qianlong Emperor and His Twelve Consorts
Giuseppe Castiglione (Italian, 1688–1766) and 1 other
1969.31CCCC0
Cloudy Mountains
Mi Youren (Chinese, 1072–1151)
1933.220CCCC0
Scholar Reclining and Watching Rising Clouds; Poem by Wang Wei
Ma Lin (Chinese, c. 1185–after 1260)
1961.421CCCC0
Mountain Market, Clear with Rising Mist
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
2015.517CCCC0
Bamboo in the Wind
Puming (Xuechuang) (Chinese, active before 1274-after 1329)
1953.246CCCC0
Mountains of the Immortals
Chen Ruyan (Chinese, c. 1331–1371) and 1 other
1997.95CCCC0
The Ninth Day Literary Gathering at Xing’an [Temporary Retreat]
Fang Shishu (Chinese, 1693–1751) and 1 other
1979.72CCCC0
Buddhist Retreat by Stream and Mountains
Juran (Chinese, active 960–985)
1959.348CCCC0
The Knickknack Peddler
Li Song (Chinese, active c. 1190-c. 1230)
1963.582CCCC0
Chateau de Chaumont Set
France, Lyon(?), early 16th century
1960.176CCCC0
Man, Buffalo, and Calf
Li You (Chinese, active c. 1145)
1960.41CCCC0
Boats at Anchor on West Lake at the City Gate
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
1978.68CCCC0
A Prunus in the Moonlight
Wang Mian (Chinese, 1287–1359)
1974.26CCCC0
Cottages in a Misty Grove in Autumn
Li Anzhong (Chinese, active first half of the 1100s)
1963.588CCCC0
Barbarian Royalty Worshiping the Buddha
Zhao Guangfu (Chinese, c. 923–976)
1957.358CCCC0
River Village in a Rainstorm
Lu Wenying (Chinese)
1970.76CCCC0
Fishermen-Hermits in Stream and Mountain
Zhao Yong (Chinese, c. 1289-c. 1362)
1997.93CCCC0
Purification at the Orchid Pavilion
Fan Yi (Chinese, c. 1615–before 1688)
1977.47CCCC0
Drinking in the Moonlight
Ma Yuan (Chinese, c. 1150-after 1255)
1997.89CCCC0
Story of Perseus and Andromeda
Netherlands, early 16th century
1927.487CCCC0
Lady Xuanwen Giving Instruction on the Rites of Zhou
Chen Hongshou (Chinese, 1598/99–1652)
1961.89CCCC0
The Autumn Hunt
Chen Juzhong (Chinese, active c. 1201–1207)
1930.314CCCC0
Cupid disguised as Aeneas's son, presents gifts to Dido
Giovanni Francesco Romanelli (Italian, 1610–1662) and 1 other
1915.79.2CCCC0
Sericulture (The Process of Making Silk)
Liang Kai (Chinese, mid-1100s-early 1200s)
1977.5CCCC0
Herbaceous Peony
Yun Shouping (Chinese, 1633–1690)
1967.192CCCC0
Three Horses and Four Grooms
Ren Renfa (Chinese, 1254–1328)
1960.181CCCC0
Books and Scholars’ Accouterments
Yi Taek-gyun (Korean, 1808-after 1883)
2011.37CCCC0
Streams and Mountains without End
China, late Northern Song dynasty (960-1127) - Jin dynasty (1115-1234)
1953.126CCCC0
Lily and Butterflies
Liu Shanshou (Chinese, active 1300s)
1971.132CCCC0
Snowscape with Figures
Kim Si (Korean, 1524–1593)
1987.187CCCC0
Arhat
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1979.71CCCC0
"Seventh Month" from the Odes of Bin
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
1980.187CCCC0
One Hundred Children at Play
Su Hanchen (Chinese, active c. 1101–1125) and 1 other
1961.261CCCC0
Portrait of Priest Dazhi (1048–1116), Master of Law
Liu Tao (Chinese, late 1000s–early 1100s)
1974.29CCCC0
Ramblers over a Winding Stream
Luo Zhichuan (Chinese, active 1280s–1320s)
1915.536CCCC0
Mercury tells Aeneas to Leave Carthage
Giovanni Francesco Romanelli (Italian, 1610–1662) and 1 other
1915.79.6CCCC0
Wall Hanging (msimsim)
Africa, North Africa, Morocco, Tétouan, Moroccan weaver(s)
2003.86CCCC0
The Death of Dido
Giovanni Francesco Romanelli (Italian, 1610–1662) and 1 other
1915.79.8CCCC0
Dido shows Aeneas the plans for the fortifications of Carthage
Giovanni Francesco Romanelli (Italian, 1610–1662) and 1 other
1915.79.4CCCC0
Dido and Aeneas seek shelter from a storm
Giovanni Francesco Romanelli (Italian, 1610–1662) and 1 other
1915.79.5CCCC0
Aeneas says Farewell to Dido
Giovanni Francesco Romanelli (Italian, 1610–1662) and 1 other
1915.79.7CCCC0
Dido Sacrifices to Juno, the Goddess of Marriage
Giovanni Francesco Romanelli (Italian, 1610–1662) and 1 other
1915.79.3CCCC0
Venus tells Aeneas and his friend Achates to go to Carthage
Giovanni Francesco Romanelli (Italian, 1610–1662) and 1 other
1915.79.1CCCC0
Birds Gather under the Spring Willow
Yin Hong (Chinese, c. 1430-c. 1500)
1974.31CCCC0
Mandala of the Three Shrines at Kumano
Japan, Kamakura period (1185-1333) to Nanbokuchō period (1336-92)
1953.16CCCC0
Plum Tree
Ogata Kōrin (Japanese, 1658–1716)
1983.10CCCC0
The Mountain of Five Cataracts
Chen Hongshou (Chinese, 1598/99–1652)
1966.366CCCC0
Xu Jingyang Moving His Family
Cui Zizhong (Chinese, 1574–1644)
1961.90CCCC0
Samantabhadra
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
1962.161CCCC0
Operating on Guan Yu's Arm
Katsushika Ōi (Japanese, c. 1800-after 1857)
1998.178CCCC0
Orchid Pavilion Gathering
Soga Shōhaku (Japanese, 1730–1781)
1979.53CCCC0
Zhongli Quan Crossing the Ocean
Zhao Qi (Chinese, active early 1500s)
1976.13CCCC0
Tao Yuanming's Return Home
China, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368)
1982.152CCCC0
Cleansing Medicinal Herbs in the Stream on a Spring Day
Yu Zhiding (Chinese, 1647–c. 1716)
2000.69CCCC0
The Woodcutter of Luofu
Chen Ruyan (Chinese, c. 1331–1371)
1964.156CCCC0
Ink Plum
Peng Xu (Chinese, active 1488–1521)
1970.80CCCC0
Landscape with Woodcutters Returning Home
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
1988.20CCCC0
Conversation in a Thatched Hut
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
1975.21CCCC0
Raitra Marosoratra
Martin Rakotoarimanana (Malagasy, b. 1969) and 8 others
2021.167©
The Hermit Xu You Resting by a Stream
Dai Jin (Chinese, 1388–1462)
1974.45CCCC0
Water Buffalo and Herdboys
China, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368)
1977.200CCCC0
Leaping Carp
Liu Jie (Chinese, c. 1447–1520s)
1977.55CCCC0
A Beauty
Fujimaro (Japanese, d. 1830)
1985.256CCCC0
Lotuses, Insects, and Birds
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1985.18CCCC0
Tigers Chasing Deer, with Dragon
China, Eastern, 11th-12th century
1988.100CCCC0
The Lantern Night Excursion of Zhong Kui
Yan Hui (Chinese, active 1270–1310)
1961.206CCCC0
Landscape with Poet Tao Yuanming (365–472 CE)
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) or earlier
1915.702CCCC0
Grapes
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1999.43CCCC0
Miracle of the Dragon
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1991.9CCCC0
Water Buffalo Returning Home
Yosa Buson (Japanese, 1716–1783)
1970.77CCCC0
Roundel with Amazons, from a tunic
Egypt or Syria(?)
1952.104CCCC0
Seven Jeweled Mountain
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1989.6CCCC0
Boating in Moonlight
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1989.87CCCC0
The White Path Between Two Rivers
Japan, Kamakura period (1185-1333)
1955.44CCCC0
A Pair of Peafowl
Lin Liang (Chinese, 1416–1480)
1964.242CCCC0
Bodhidharma Meditating Facing a Cliff
China, Song dynasty (960-1279)
1972.41CCCC0
The Secret Five Bodhisattvas (Gohimitsu Bosatsu)
Japan, Kamakura period (1185-1333)
1961.423CCCC0
Shakyamuni under the Bodhi Tree
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1971.68CCCC0
Buddha Amitābha with Two Attending Bodhisattvas
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
1974.35CCCC0
Portrait of an Official
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1999.45CCCC0
Hell Courtesan
Kawanabe Kyōsai (Japanese, 1831–1889)
1985.268CCCC0
Scholar Playing a Qin
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1990.69CCCC0
Gazing at a Waterfall
Tani Bunchō (Japanese, 1763–1841)
1972.16CCCC0
Winter Landscape
Yeoseol (Korean)
1986.45CCCC0
Dragons Chasing Flaming Pearls
Central China, 13th century or earlier
1988.33CCCC0
Bird Sleeping on a Plum Tree
Yang Ki-hun (Seuk-Eun) (Korean, 1843–1919?)
1998.31CCCC0
Layered Peaks and Splashing Waterfall: Portrait of Hua Yan as a Young Man
Hua Yan (Chinese, 1682–c. 1765) and 1 other
2001.120CCCC0
Listening to the Qin
Tang Yin (Chinese, 1470–1523)
1977.199CCCC0
Striped Silk from a Garment
Spain, Granada, Nasrid period
1940.609CCCC0
Kasuga Deer Mandala
Japan, Nanbokuchō period (1336-92) to Muromachi period (1392-1573)
1988.19CCCC0
Rank Badge (buzi)
China, Qing dynasty (1644–1911), Qianlong reign (1736–95)
1948.72CCCC0
Parrots and Animals
Italy, 14th century
1926.507CCCC0
Shakyamuni with two attendants
China, Yuan (1271-1368) or early Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1982.25CCCC0
Landscape with Fishermen
Yi Bul-hae (Korean, active 1500s)
2015.516CCCC0
Portrait of the Great Master Yeongwoldang Eungjin
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1990.16CCCC0
Chrysanthemums
Maison Henry Bertrand (French)
2003.42©
Album of Textile Samples
China, Tang dynasty (618-907) or Japan, Nara period (710-794)
1954.70CCCC0
Shōtoku Taishi at Sixteen
Japan, Kamakura period (1185-1333)
1964.278CCCC0
Portrait of a Government Official
Chae Yongshin (Korean, 1848–1941)
2020.259CCCC0
Embroidered Miter
Italy, 18th century
1942.834CCCC0
Clouds Visiting a Mountain Retreat
Tao Hong (Chinese, active c. 1610–1640)
1971.19CCCC0
Fragment with star pattern and griffins
Iraq or Iran, Buyid period
1941.292CCCC0
Bamboo
Korea
1999.169CCCC0
Waltz
Mitsuko Asakura (Japanese, b. 1950)
2014.386©
Seated Amitābha
Chinese, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1994.94CCCC0
Album of Textile Samples
Japan and China, 18th-19th century
1920.1950CCCC0
Cope
China, Macao
1950.6CCCC0
In Blue
Jim Hodges (American, b. 1957)
2005.140©
My Heart is the Universe
Irene Chou (Chinese, 1924–2011)
2013.33©
Poet Fisherman
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1990.70CCCC0
In the Palace
Zhou Wenju (Chinese, active 942–961)
1976.1CCCC0
Li Tieguai; Liu Haichan
China, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368)
1982.29CCCC0
Portraits of Cho Hyun-myeong and Cho Jae-ho
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1999.15CCCC0
Children at Play
Xia Kui (Chinese, active c. 1405–1445)
1915.110CCCC0
The Assembly of Tejaprabha Buddha
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1998.120CCCC0
Aizen Myōō
Japan, Kamakura period (1185-1333) to Nanbokuchō period (1336-92)
2017.101CCCC0
Chinese Beauty
Kubo Shunman (Japanese, 1757–1820)
1988.1CCCC0
Plums, Bamboo, and Orchid
Yamamoto Baiitsu (Japanese, 1783–1856)
1975.93CCCC0
Insects and Bamboo
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
1985.364CCCC0
Travelers in Autumn Mountains
Sheng Mou (Chinese, active c. 1310–1350)
1963.589CCCC0
Fragment of a Chasuble Orphrey Cross Band
Italy, 11th century
1931.444CCCC0
Assembly of Buddhist Deities
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1918.541CCCC0
Lover's Visit
Tamura Suio (Japanese)
1985.275CCCC0
Monju as a Child
Japan, Muromachi period (1392–1573)
1992.385CCCC0
Hunting on Horses
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) - Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1915.680CCCC0
Seated Manjusri
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1919.1020CCCC0
Fragment from a Garment (smaller fragment, outer layer)
China, Liao dynasty (907-1125), 10th century
1992.112.2.aCCCC0
Red Amida
Japan, Kamakura period (1185-1333)
1971.164CCCC0
Entertainment Scene
Miyagawa Chōshun (Japanese, 1683–1753)
1985.17CCCC0
Seated Arhat with Two Attendants
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
1976.91CCCC0
Rare Silk Tunic Fragment with Ornamental Sleeve Band
Egypt, Byzantine period, 5th - 6th century
1982.77CCCC0
Jacket with Octopus
Japan, Edo period (1615-1868)
2020.66CCCC0
Textile with Flora
Italy or Spain, 16th century
1954.321CCCC0
Landscape in the Style of Dong Yuan and Juran
Gong Xian (Chinese, 1599–1689)
1969.123CCCC0
Bird on a Flowering Branch
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
1985.371CCCC0
Gold-patterned Silk with Falcons and Heraldry
Italy, last third of 14th century
1943.283CCCC0
Landscape
Japan, Edo period (1615-1868)
1985.111CCCC0
Cityscape of Pyongyang
Kim Yoon-bo (Korean, 1865–1938)
2022.141©
Roundels with camels bearing howdahs
Syria (?), 900s - 1000s
1986.90CCCC0
Selections from the Collection of Japanese Poems from Ancient and Modern...
Hon'ami Kōetsu (Japanese, 1558–1637) and 1 other
1972.67CCCC0
Romance of the Three Kingdoms
Matsumura Goshun (Japanese, 1752–1811)
1987.35CCCC0
Kasuga Shrine Mandala
Japan, Kamakura period (1185-1333)
2015.137CCCC0
Wine bearers in landscape, from a robe
Iran, Safavid period (1501–1722)
1924.743CCCC0
Peonies
China, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368)
1976.90CCCC0
A Hundred Birds and the Three Friends
Bian Wenjin (Chinese, about 1354–1428)
1980.12CCCC0
Rank Badge (buzi)
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1916.1329CCCC0
Waterfowl and Reeds
Liang Kai (Chinese, mid-1100s-early 1200s)
1984.42CCCC0
Noh Costume (Surihaku) with Fish-Scale Pattern
Japan, Edo period (1615-1868)
1916.10CCCC0
Flowers of Four Seasons, with Poems
Wang Guxiang (Chinese, 1501–1568)
1977.4CCCC0
Welcoming Descent of Amida (Amida Raigō)
Japan, Kamakura period (1185-1333)
1953.123CCCC0
Millefleurs Tapestry with Medici Coat of Arms
Netherlands, Hainault, early 16th century
1942.824CCCC0
Manjushri
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1989.67CCCC0
Garden for Solitary Enjoyment
Qiu Ying (Chinese, 1494–1552)
1978.67CCCC0
Album of Miscellaneous Subjects
Fan Qi (Chinese, 1616–after 1694)
1975.22CCCC0
Hunting Scene
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1993.239CCCC0
Amitābha Triad
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1961.135CCCC0
Album of Actor Portraits
Shōrakusai (Japanese)
1988.105CCCC0
Bride's Robe
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1918.550CCCC0
The Bridge
Mabel A. Hewit (American, 1903–1984)
1938.194©
Fishing in Springtime
Ike Taiga (Japanese, 1723–1776)
1961.47CCCC0
Chord for a Pendant Brooch
John Paul Miller (American, 1918–2013)
2010.464.b©
Exotic Gold-patterned Silk
Italy, Venice, last third of 14th century
1954.69CCCC0
Taqueté fragment with star and cross pattern
Spain, probably Almeria
1927.380CCCC0
Taima Mandala
Japan, Kamakura period (1185-1333)
1990.82CCCC0
Pleasure Boat on the Sumida River
Teisai Hokuba (Japanese, 1771–1844)
1985.262CCCC0
Wedding Gown
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1918.552CCCC0
Departure from Kashima
Japan, Nanbokuchō period (1336-92)
1917.93CCCC0
Beauty in a Boat on Sumida River
Chōbunsai Eishi (Japanese, 1756–1829)
1985.254CCCC0
Silk Velvet with Gold in Pomegranate Pattern
Italy, possibly Florence, 15th century
1940.596CCCC0
Star and Cross Pattern from a Tomb Cover(?)
Byzantium, Islamic or Byzantine periods, 9th -10th Century
1977.17CCCC0
Textile with field of poppies on a golden ground
Iran, Safavid period (1501–1722)
1926.22CCCC0
Stand-in Fugen
Kitao Masayoshi (Japanese, 1761–1824)
1985.277CCCC0
Royal Carpet with Silk and Metal Thread
Iran, Isfahan, Safavid period (1501-1722)
1926.533CCCC0
Floral striped silk on a golden ground
Iran, Safavid period (1501–1722)
2003.96CCCC0
A Hundred Sparrows in a Lofty Grove
Lin Liang (Chinese, 1416–1480)
1981.4CCCC0
Wall cover with flora, peacocks, and portrait medallions
Iran, Qajar period (1779-1925)
1916.1483CCCC0
Road to Shu
Yuan Yao (Chinese, active mid-1700s)
2019.167CCCC0
Brocaded Silk Cushion Cover & Iranian Striped Silk Surround
Turkey, Bursa or Istanbul, Ottoman period
2007.13CCCC0
Silk curtain from the Alhambra palace
Spain, Granada, Nasrid period
1982.16CCCC0
Family Gathering on New Year's Morning
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1942.825CCCC0
Kannon
Japan, possibly Meiji period (1868-1912)
1986.8CCCC0
Birds on an Autumn Inlet
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
1985.369CCCC0
Pendant
China, 14th century
1994.20CCCC0
Lakeside Retreat
Japan, Muromachi period (1392–1573)
2015.514CCCC0
Relic of St. Adelaide
Germany, Lower Saxony?, Romanesque period, 11th century
1931.462.eCCCC0
Poet and Recluse Hanshan
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1991.117CCCC0
Fish
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1977.201CCCC0
Chinese Fair
Beauvais (French) and 2 others
1944.134CCCC0
Prestige robe (riga)
Africa, West Africa, Nigeria, probably Hausa-style or Nupe-style weavers and embroiders
2013.6CCCC0
Textile with Diamonds
Central Asia
1993.139CCCC0
Thangka with the Seventh Bodhisattva
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1991.2CCCC0
Roundels with Hunters
Eastern Iran or Central Asia
1959.124CCCC0
Dragon; Tiger
Fachang Muqi (Chinese, 1220–1280)
1958.427CCCC0
Silk with Dogs and Birds amid Vines
Italy, second half of 14th century
1977.14CCCC0
Plum Blossoms in Moonlight
Yan Hui (Chinese, active 1270–1310)
1978.49CCCC0
Ducks under Reeds
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1915.117CCCC0
A Solitary Crane in the Bamboo Grove
Tao Hong (Chinese, active c. 1610–1640)
1999.224CCCC0
Birds on a Peach Branch
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
1985.367CCCC0
Fragment with Inscription
Iran, in the style of the Buyid period (945–1055)
1962.264CCCC0
Eleven-Headed Kannon (Jūichimen Kannon)
Japan, Kamakura period (1185-1333)
1970.79CCCC0
The Family (In Memory of a Summer in the White Mountains)
Marguerite Zorach (American, 1887–1968)
2020.261CCCC0
Relic of St. Vincent
Germany, Lower Saxony?, Romanesque period, 11th century
1931.462.fCCCC0
Buddhist Priest's Ceremonial Robe
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1987.57CCCC0
Roundels with King Spearing Lion
Iran or Iraq, in the style of the Abbasid period (750–1258)
1971.25CCCC0
Fragment with Senmurvs
Iran or Iraq, in the style of the Abbasid period (750–1258)
1971.22CCCC0
Clearing Autumn Mists in the Chu Mountains
Lan Ying (Chinese, 1585–after 1664)
1971.231CCCC0
The Sand-Carrying Festival (Sunamochi Matsuri)
Sakai Basai (Japanese, dates unknown)
1991.44CCCC0
Copy of Zhai Dakun's Landscapes in the Styles of Old Masters
Tsubaki Chinzan (Japanese, 1801–1854)
1985.251CCCC0
Portrait of Kinokuniya Bunzaemon
Utagawa Toyokuni (Japanese, 1769–1825)
1985.276CCCC0
Howling Wolf in a Deep Mountain Valley
Yoshimura Hōryū (Japanese, 1874–1950)
1989.474CCCC0
Silk with Dogs and Arabic Script in Swaying Bands
Italy, last third of 14th century
1919.17CCCC0
Palace Ladies
Qiu Ying (Chinese, 1494–1552)
1954.369CCCC0
Sumibōshi
Japan, Edo period (1615-1868)
1916.11CCCC0
Silk fragment
Egypt or Iran, Ayyubid period, 1100s
1937.23CCCC0
Men's Under-Kimono (Nagajuban)
Japan, Shōwa period (1926-89)
2020.427©
Returning Peasants in a Spring Evening
Tao Hong (Chinese, active c. 1610–1640)
1999.223CCCC0
Portrait of an Official
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) - Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1982.35CCCC0
Autumn in Takao
Kiyohara Yukinobu (Japanese, 1643–1682)
1991.55CCCC0
Gold-Thread Embroidered Cover
Turkey, Ottoman period
1916.1288CCCC0
Heavenly King Virudhaka
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1918.544CCCC0
Roundels with Hunters
Eastern Iran or Central Asia
1982.284CCCC0
Fragments
Iran or Iraq
1968.225CCCC0
Garment
Africa, North Africa, Egypt, Aswan, unidentified makers
1916.1472CCCC0
A Pair of Rank Badges with Single Crane Motif
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
2019.78CCCC0
Cap with striped inscribed silk
Egypt or Syria, Mamluk period, probably Sultanate of Nasir al-Din Muhammad, 1293-1341
1985.5CCCC0
Listening to the Qin (Zither)
Liu Songnian (Chinese, c. 1150-after 1225)
1983.85CCCC0
Tent Hanging (Part of a Larger Piece)
India, Gujarat, Ahmadabad, 16th-early 17th century
1953.474CCCC0
Fragment of a Band
Italy, Sicily, Palermo, 11th-12th century
1939.46CCCC0
Decorative Band
Africa, North Africa, Morocco, Azemmour, Moroccan embroiderer
1916.1244CCCC0
Courtesan Seated on a Bench Enjoying the Evening Cool in Summer
Kamigaki Hōryū (Japanese, dates unknown)
1998.290CCCC0
Mt. Fuji through Pines
Kubo Shunman (Japanese, 1757–1820)
1995.18CCCC0
White-Robed Guanyin
Jueji Yongzhong (Chinese, active around 1300) and 1 other
1978.47.2CCCC0
Woman Looking at the Moon
Japan, Edo period (1615-1868)
1985.260CCCC0
Demon Intoning the Name of the Buddha
Suzuki Shōnen (Japanese, 1849–1918)
1991.77CCCC0
Birds on a Tree above a Cataract
Li Di (Chinese, c. 1100-c. 1192)
1964.155CCCC0
Two Beauties
Kitao Shigemasa (Japanese, 1739–1819)
1985.274CCCC0
Herdboys and Buffalo in Landscapes
Guo Min (Chinese, mid-late 1200s)
1999.216CCCC0
Ghost and Oil Lamp
Tani Bun'ichi (Japanese, 1787–1818)
1992.71CCCC0
Part of a Skirt (Ghaghara)
Western India, Gujarat, possibly Kutch
1925.794CCCC0
Returning to the Village in a Rainstorm
Xie Shichen (Chinese, 1487–after 1567)
1975.94CCCC0
Panel
Russia, Tambov province
1931.71CCCC0
Silk Veil
India, 19th - 20th century
1916.1191CCCC0
Cloth with Floral Sea Design
Arthur Silver (British, 1853–1896)
1950.348CCCC0
Silk Fragment
Iran or Iraq, mid or 2nd half of 14th century
1943.51CCCC0
Fragment with lions and griffins in combat
Iran ?, in the style of the Buyid period (945–1055)
1968.221CCCC0
Rank Badge (buzi)
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1985.32CCCC0
Rank Badge (buzi)
China, Qing dynasty (1644–1911), Qianlong reign (1736–95)
1948.69CCCC0
Monju with Five Hair Knots
Japan, Kamakura period (1185-1333)
1971.21CCCC0
Old Trees by a Cool Spring
Li Shixing (Chinese, 1283–1328)
1970.41CCCC0
Cap
India
1916.1477CCCC0
Fragmentary Chasuble with Woven Orphrey Band
Italy (Chasuble) and Germany (Orphrey)
1928.653CCCC0
Flowers and Rocks
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1915.116CCCC0
Panel
Russia, Tambov province
1931.72CCCC0
Shepherds in a Round Dance
Netherlands, early 16th century
1939.158CCCC0
Water-Moon Kannon (Suigetsu Kannon)
Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912)
1992.119CCCC0
Headdress (beniqa)
Africa, North Africa, Algeria, Algerian embroiderer
1916.1221CCCC0
Panel from a Head Covering (‘ajar)
Africa, North Africa, Tunisia, probably Testour or Tunis, Tunisian weaver
1953.320CCCC0
Shakyamuni Triad: Buddha Attended by Manjushri and Samantabhadra
China, Fuzhou, Fujian Province, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368)
2009.342CCCC0
Part of a sari
India, Mughal, Aurangabad, 18th-19th century
1925.670CCCC0
Ananas (Pineapples)
Charles Martin (French, 1848–1934) and 1 other
1926.559©
The Flute Player from Set Les Beaux Pastorales
Beauvais (French) and 1 other
1942.822CCCC0
Ephemera Bundle
Sheila Hicks (American, b. 1934)
1992.250©
Panel for a Headdress
Russia, Tambov province
1931.75CCCC0
Narcissus and Rocks
Lu Tianru (Chinese, first half of 1400s)
1974.28CCCC0
Pair of Headpieces
China, Liao dynasty (907-1125)
1995.109CCCC0
Strip of Brocade
England, Spitalfields, late 18th century
1929.837CCCC0
Silk Brocade
England, Spitalfields ?, 18th century
1939.33CCCC0
The Haven of the Peach-Blossom Spring
Shi Rui (Chinese, c. 1400-c. 1470)
1952.283CCCC0
Striped fragment
Egypt or Syria, Mamluk period
1919.28CCCC0
Orchids and Rocks
Yi Ha-eung (Korean, 1820–1898)
2015.138CCCC0
Mandala of the Four Deities of Mt. Kōya
Japan, Muromachi period (1392–1573)
1999.262CCCC0
Tomb Cover
Iraq or Iran, in the style of the Buyid period (945–1055)
1954.780CCCC0
Bamboo and Ducks by a Rushing Stream
Ma Yuan (Chinese, c. 1150-after 1255)
1967.145CCCC0
Achala, King of the Wrathful Ones (previously identified as Vighnantaka)
Mongolia, Tangut Xia, Khara Khoto (1032-1227), early 13th century
1992.72CCCC0
Carrying a Qin on a Visit
Luo Zhichuan (Chinese, active 1280s–1320s)
1919.974CCCC0
Curtain
Africa, North Africa, Tunisia, Djerba, Tunisian weaver(s) and embroiderer(s)
1916.1361CCCC0
Cap
Syria or Egypt, Mamluk Dynasty (1250–1517)
1950.510CCCC0
Fragment with falconer and attendant in animated lattice, from a robe
Iran, Kashan, Safavid period (1501–1722)
1944.239CCCC0
Coquillages (Shells)
Raoul Dufy (French, 1877–1953)
1926.558©
Noh Costume (Chōken)
Japan, Edo period (1615-1868)
1916.1CCCC0
Unlined Kimono (Hitoe)
Japan, Shōwa period (1926-89)
2020.430©
Long Sampler
Germany, late 18th century
1942.500CCCC0
Calligraphy
Tanomura Chikuden (Japanese, 1777–1835)
1972.117.1.13CCCC0
Landscape with Flying Geese
Ma Lin (Chinese, c. 1185–after 1260)
1952.285CCCC0
Sleeping Bird on a Prunus Branch
Bian Wenjin (Chinese, about 1354–1428)
1967.249CCCC0
Album of Paintings by the Venerable Zeshin
Shibata Zeshin (Japanese, 1807–1891)
1990.130CCCC0
Four Seasons
Gobelins Manufactory (France, Paris, est. 1662)
1952.544CCCC0
Buddhist Vestment (Kesa)
Japan, Meiji period (1868–1912)
1916.1341CCCC0
Fragment with "Petworth" Design
Liberty and Company (British)
1959.120CCCC0
Darning Sampler
Willemijntje Elisabeth Wakker (Dutch, b. 1875)
1943.110CCCC0
Sampler
Anna Wakker (Dutch, 1871–1917)
1943.98CCCC0
Wedding Obi
Japan, Shōwa period (1926–89)
2023.109©
Yang Guifei Leaving the Bath
Gu Jianlong (Chinese, 1606–after 1689)
2017.65CCCC0
Swallow and Lotus
Fachang Muqi (Chinese, 1220–1280)
1981.34CCCC0
Embroidered Welcoming Descent of Amida Triad
Japan, Muromachi period (1392–1573)
1966.513CCCC0
Buddhist Vestment (Kesa)
Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912)
1916.1340CCCC0
Jacket (Haori)
Japan, Taishō period (1912-26) to Shōwa period (1926-89)
2020.425©
Lotus-blossom petal canopy
probably eastern India
2006.136CCCC0
Silk Textile
Italy, 17th century
1939.147CCCC0
Length of Silk Brocade
England, Spitalfields, 18th century
1976.49CCCC0
Brocade with Djeiran Gazing at the Moon
China, Jin dynasty (1115-1234)
1991.4CCCC0
Virgin and Child with Four Saints
Germany or Switzerland, Upper Rhine
1939.162CCCC0
Semi-formal Court Robe (Jifu)
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), Jiaqing period (1796-1820)
1983.32CCCC0
The Nine Elders of the Mountain of Fragrance
Xie Huan (Chinese, c. 1370-c.1450)
1997.99CCCC0
Kimono
Japan, Shōwa period (1926-89)
2020.424©
Embroidery with Birds
China, Tang dynasty (618-906)
1994.96CCCC0
River Village:  Fisherman's Joy
Zhao Mengfu (Chinese, 1254–1322)
1978.66CCCC0
Fragment
China, 19th century
1920.781CCCC0
Fragment of Silk Damask
Spain, 16th century
1928.184CCCC0
Textile with Phoenixes and Dragons
China, Yuan dynasty (1260-1368)
1995.73CCCC0
Brocade
Iran, 18th century
1924.1043CCCC0
Bamboo and Insects
Wu Bing (Chinese, active 1190–1194)
1964.154CCCC0
Fragment with Inscription
Iraq, Basrah, in the style of the Abbasid period (750–1258)
1982.17CCCC0
Rank Badge (buzi)
China, Qing dynasty (1644–1911), Qianlong reign (1736–95)
1948.71CCCC0
Watching the Deer by a Pine Shaded Stream
Ma Yuan (Chinese, c. 1150-after 1255)
1997.88CCCC0
Brocade with Soaring Phoenixes among Clouds
China, Jin dynasty (1115-1234)
1994.292CCCC0
Mingling of Clear and Muddy Water at the Junction of the Jing and Wei...
China, Qing dynasty (1644–1911), Qianlong reign (1736–95)
1915.618CCCC0
Fragment
France, 18th century, Period of Louis XV (1723-1774)
1936.414CCCC0
Wedding Fan
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1918.558CCCC0
General Guo Ziyi’s Birthday Banquet
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
2020.87CCCC0
Relic of St. Marcian
Germany, Lower Saxony?, Romanesque period, 11th century
1931.462.hCCCC0
Border
Russia, Nizhny-Novgorod province, early 19th century
1931.137CCCC0
Square Ornament from a Tunic
Egypt or Syria, Umayyad period (661–750) or Abbasid period (750–1258)
1947.192CCCC0
Altar Frontal with the Lamentation
Cosimo Tura (Italian, c. 1430–1495) and 1 other
1950.145CCCC0
Man's surcoat (khalat)
Uzbekistan, Shahr-i Sabz
1916.1412CCCC0
Ancient Chinese Bronzes
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
2020.86CCCC0
Summer Kimono with Cherry and Plum Blossoms
Japan, Shōwa period (1926-89)
2020.429©
Quilted cap with star-patterned silk
Iran or Iraq, Buyid or Seljuq period
1950.525CCCC0
Canopy with Dragon among Flowers
China, Center: Southern Song dynasty (1127-1270) Border: Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1995.1CCCC0
Gibbons Reaching for the Moon
Kano Tan’yū (Japanese, 1602–1674)
2015.478CCCC0
Silk with Art Nouveau Design
Georges de Feure (French, 1868–1943)
1946.409©
The Fourth King of Hell
Korea, Goryeo dynasty (918-1392)
2019.224CCCC0
Fragments of Silk
Spain, 17th century
1919.546CCCC0
Monju Riding Lion with Attendants
Japan, Kamakura period (1185-1333)
1986.1CCCC0
Album of Textile Samples
Japan, 18th century
1917.948CCCC0
Samite fragment with hunters
Eastern Iran or Central Asia
1974.98CCCC0
Peach Blossoms and Willows
Okada Hankō (Japanese, 1782–1845)
1972.117.1.3CCCC0
Guilloche band, from a dalmatic of San Valero
Spain, probably Almeria
1928.650CCCC0
Silk Fragment
Spain, Islamic period, 14th century
1939.36CCCC0
Good Things Come in Pairs 8
Peng Wei (Chinese, b. 1974)
2017.64©
Stenciled Velvet
Dorothy Marshall Hornblower (American, 1886–1968) and 1 other
1948.102CCCC0
Untitled
Chihaya Nakagawa (Japanese)
1996.174©
Fragment with Tulip and Flower Design
Liberty and Company (British)
1959.119CCCC0
Striped fragment
Egypt or Syria, Mamluk period
1919.1004CCCC0
Scholar-Hermits in the Autumn Mountains
Tang Yin (Chinese, 1470–1523)
1976.94CCCC0
Tent Wall Panel(?)
Iran, Rasht, Qajar period (1779-1925)
1916.1297CCCC0
Medicine Master Buddha and the Twelve Divine Generals
Japan, Kamakura period (1185-1333)
1938.422CCCC0
Kerchief (Tensifa)
Algeria, 18th-19th century
1916.1238CCCC0
Khusrau Surprising Shirin While Bathing
Iran, Kashan, Safavid period (1501-1722)
1944.499CCCC0
The Football Players
Ma Yuan (Chinese, c. 1150-after 1255)
1971.26CCCC0
Woman’s Robe (munisak)
Uzbekistan, Bukhara
2009.267CCCC0
Title, DateArtist / CultureAccession numberMediumDimensionsCredit lineRights
Portraits of the Qianlong Emperor and His Twelve Consorts
Giuseppe Castiglione (Italian, 1688–1766) and 1 other
1969.31Handscroll; ink and color on silkOverall: 53.8 x 1154.5 cm (21 3/16 x 454 1/2 in.); Painting only: 53 x 688.3 cm (20 7/8 x 271 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Cloudy Mountains
Mi Youren (Chinese, 1072–1151)
1933.220Handscroll; ink and color on silkImage: 43.7 x 192.6 cm (17 3/16 x 75 13/16 in.); Overall: 45.5 x 646.8 cm (17 15/16 x 254 5/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Scholar Reclining and Watching Rising Clouds; Poem by Wang Wei
Ma Lin (Chinese, c. 1185–after 1260)
1961.421Album leaf; ink on silkImage: 25.1 x 25.3 cm (9 7/8 x 9 15/16 in.); with mat: 33.3 x 40.5 cm (13 1/8 x 15 15/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Mountain Market, Clear with Rising Mist
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
2015.517Hanging scroll; ink on silkPainting: 115.3 x 60 cm (45 3/8 x 23 5/8 in.); Overall: 179 x 70.7 cm (70 1/2 x 27 13/16 in.); Overall with knobs and cord: 181.8 x 77 cm (71 9/16 x 30 5/16 in.)Gift from the Collection of George Gund IIICCCC0
Bamboo in the Wind
Puming (Xuechuang) (Chinese, active before 1274-after 1329)
1953.246Hanging scroll; ink on silkPainting: 77.6 x 45.7 cm (30 9/16 x 18 in.); Overall with knobs: 209.5 x 75.5 cm (82 1/2 x 29 3/4 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Mountains of the Immortals
Chen Ruyan (Chinese, c. 1331–1371) and 1 other
1997.95Handscroll; ink and color on silkPainting only: 33.4 x 97.3 cm (13 1/8 x 38 5/16 in.); height: 35 cm (13 3/4 in.)Bequest of Mrs. A. Dean PerryCCCC0
The Ninth Day Literary Gathering at Xing’an [Temporary Retreat]
Fang Shishu (Chinese, 1693–1751) and 1 other
1979.72Handscroll; ink and color on silkImage: 32.4 x 201.2 cm (12 3/4 x 79 3/16 in.); Overall: 33.5 x 893 cm (13 3/16 x 351 9/16 in.)Severance and Greta Millikin Purchase FundCCCC0
Buddhist Retreat by Stream and Mountains
Juran (Chinese, active 960–985)
1959.348Hanging scroll; ink on silkPainting only: 184.5 x 56.1 cm (72 5/8 x 22 1/16 in.); Overall with knobs: 260.5 x 77.4 cm (102 9/16 x 30 1/2 in.)Gift of Katharine Holden ThayerCCCC0
The Knickknack Peddler
Li Song (Chinese, active c. 1190-c. 1230)
1963.582Album leaf; ink and color on silkImage: 24.1 x 26 cm (9 1/2 x 10 1/4 in.); with mat: 33.3 x 40.5 cm (13 1/8 x 15 15/16 in.)Andrew R. and Martha Holden Jennings FundCCCC0
Chateau de Chaumont Set
France, Lyon(?), early 16th century
1960.176silk and wool; tapestry weaveAverage: 321.8 x 452 cm (126 11/16 x 177 15/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Man, Buffalo, and Calf
Li You (Chinese, active c. 1145)
1960.41album leaf; ink and color on silkImage: 25 x 26.7 cm (9 13/16 x 10 1/2 in.); with mat: 33.3 x 40.5 cm (13 1/8 x 15 15/16 in.)Severance and Greta Millikin Purchase FundCCCC0
Boats at Anchor on West Lake at the City Gate
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
1978.68Album leaf; ink and color on silkImage: 25.3 x 19.2 cm (9 15/16 x 7 9/16 in.); with mat: 33.3 x 40.5 cm (13 1/8 x 15 15/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
A Prunus in the Moonlight
Wang Mian (Chinese, 1287–1359)
1974.26Hanging scroll; ink on silkPainting: 164.6 x 94.6 cm (64 13/16 x 37 1/4 in.); Overall with knobs: 260.6 x 126.3 cm (102 5/8 x 49 3/4 in.)Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. FundCCCC0
Cottages in a Misty Grove in Autumn
Li Anzhong (Chinese, active first half of the 1100s)
1963.588Album leaf; ink and color on silkOverall: 24.2 x 26.3 cm (9 1/2 x 10 3/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Severance A. MillikinCCCC0
Tapestry with golden lions and palmettes
Central Asia
1991.3silk, gold thread; tapestry weaveOverall: 63.5 x 34.7 cm (25 x 13 11/16 in.); Mounted: 73.7 x 45.7 cm (29 x 18 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Barbarian Royalty Worshiping the Buddha
Zhao Guangfu (Chinese, c. 923–976)
1957.358Handscroll; ink and color on silkPainting section: 28.6 x 103.5 cm (11 1/4 x 40 3/4 in.); Overall with colophon: 28.6 x 667.7 cm (11 1/4 x 262 7/8 in.)Gift of Severance and Greta MillikinCCCC0
River Village in a Rainstorm
Lu Wenying (Chinese)
1970.76Hanging scroll; ink and slight color on silkPainting: 170.5 x 103.4 cm (67 1/8 x 40 11/16 in.); Overall with knobs: 279.6 x 134.3 cm (110 1/16 x 52 7/8 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Fishermen-Hermits in Stream and Mountain
Zhao Yong (Chinese, c. 1289-c. 1362)
1997.93Hanging scroll; ink and color on silkPainting: 85.5 x 42.5 cm (33 11/16 x 16 3/4 in.); Overall with knobs: 229 x 70 cm (90 3/16 x 27 9/16 in.)Bequest of Mrs. A. Dean PerryCCCC0
Purification at the Orchid Pavilion
Fan Yi (Chinese, c. 1615–before 1688)
1977.47Handscroll; ink and color on silkImage: 28.4 x 392.8 cm (11 3/16 x 154 5/8 in.); Overall: 29.8 x 763.3 cm (11 3/4 x 300 1/2 in.)Gift of Mrs. Wai-kam Ho and the Womens Council of The Cleveland Museum of ArtCCCC0
Drinking in the Moonlight
Ma Yuan (Chinese, c. 1150-after 1255)
1997.89Album leaf; ink on silkPainting: 24.5 x 25 cm (9 5/8 x 9 13/16 in.); Overall: 67.6 x 39.2 cm (26 5/8 x 15 7/16 in.)Bequest of Mrs. A. Dean PerryCCCC0
Story of Perseus and Andromeda
Netherlands, early 16th century
1927.487tapestry weave: wool and silkOverall: 320.5 x 446.8 cm (126 3/16 x 175 7/8 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Lady Xuanwen Giving Instruction on the Rites of Zhou
Chen Hongshou (Chinese, 1598/99–1652)
1961.89Hanging scroll; ink and color on silkImage: 172.8 x 55.7 cm (68 1/16 x 21 15/16 in.); Overall: 293.9 x 71 cm (115 11/16 x 27 15/16 in.); with knobs: 293.9 x 79 cm (115 11/16 x 31 1/8 in.)Mr. and Mrs. William H. Marlatt FundCCCC0
The Autumn Hunt
Chen Juzhong (Chinese, active c. 1201–1207)
1930.314album leaf, ink and color on silkPainting: 24.4 x 27.3 cm (9 5/8 x 10 3/4 in.); with mat: 33.3 x 40.5 cm (13 1/8 x 15 15/16 in.)Charles W. Harkness Endowment FundCCCC0
Cupid disguised as Aeneas's son, presents gifts to Dido
Giovanni Francesco Romanelli (Italian, 1610–1662) and 1 other
1915.79.2tapestry weave: silk and woolOverall: 418.8 x 634.6 cm (164 7/8 x 249 13/16 in.)Gift of Mrs. Francis F. Prentiss, in memory of Dr. Dudley P. AllenCCCC0
Sericulture (The Process of Making Silk)
Liang Kai (Chinese, mid-1100s-early 1200s)
1977.5Handscroll; ink and color on silkFirst Section: 26.7 x 98.6 cm (10 1/2 x 38 13/16 in.); Second Section: 27.6 x 92.3 cm (10 7/8 x 36 5/16 in.); Third Section: 27.6 x 92.3 cm (10 7/8 x 36 5/16 in.)John L. Severance CollectionCCCC0
Herbaceous Peony
Yun Shouping (Chinese, 1633–1690)
1967.192Hanging scroll; ink and color on silkPainting: 118.7 x 71.8 cm (46 3/4 x 28 1/4 in.); Overall with knobs: 226 x 84.4 cm (89 x 33 1/4 in.)Gift of the American Foundation for the Maud E. and Warren H. Corning Botanical CollectionCCCC0
Three Horses and Four Grooms
Ren Renfa (Chinese, 1254–1328)
1960.181handscroll, ink and color on silkPainting: 28.5 x 137.5 cm (11 1/4 x 54 1/8 in.); Overall: 29.2 x 556.4 cm (11 1/2 x 219 1/16 in.)Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. FundCCCC0
Books and Scholars’ Accouterments
Yi Taek-gyun (Korean, 1808-after 1883)
2011.37ten-panel folding screen; ink and color on silkOverall: 197.5 x 395 cm (77 3/4 x 155 1/2 in.); Painting only: 139.3 x 330.8 cm (54 13/16 x 130 1/4 in.)Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. FundCCCC0
Streams and Mountains without End
China, late Northern Song dynasty (960-1127) - Jin dynasty (1115-1234)
1953.126handscroll, ink and slight color on silkImage: 35.1 x 213 cm (13 13/16 x 83 7/8 in.); Overall: 35.1 x 1103.8 cm (13 13/16 x 434 9/16 in.)Gift of the Hanna FundCCCC0
Lily and Butterflies
Liu Shanshou (Chinese, active 1300s)
1971.132Hanging scroll; ink on silkPainting: 160 x 58.4 cm (63 x 23 in.); Overall with knobs: 227.7 x 85.2 cm (89 5/8 x 33 9/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Snowscape with Figures
Kim Si (Korean, 1524–1593)
1987.187hanging scroll; ink on silkPainting only: 53 x 67.3 cm (20 7/8 x 26 1/2 in.); Overall: 148.6 x 90.2 cm (58 1/2 x 35 1/2 in.)Mr. and Mrs. William H. Marlatt FundCCCC0
Arhat
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1979.71Hanging scroll; ink and slight color on silkImage: 52.7 x 40.6 cm (20 3/4 x 16 in.); Overall: 140 x 54.1 cm (55 1/8 x 21 5/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
"Seventh Month" from the Odes of Bin
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
1980.187Handscroll; ink and color on silkImage: 22.5 x 687.2 cm (8 7/8 x 270 9/16 in.)Mr. and Mrs. William H. Marlatt FundCCCC0
One Hundred Children at Play
Su Hanchen (Chinese, active c. 1101–1125) and 1 other
1961.261Album leaf; ink and color on silkImage: 28.7 x 31.2 cm (11 5/16 x 12 5/16 in.); with mat: 33.3 x 40.5 cm (13 1/8 x 15 15/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Portrait of Priest Dazhi (1048–1116), Master of Law
Liu Tao (Chinese, late 1000s–early 1100s)
1974.29Hanging scroll; ink and light color on silkImage: 92.4 x 40.5 cm (36 3/8 x 15 15/16 in.); Overall: 171.9 x 55.1 cm (67 11/16 x 21 11/16 in.); with knobs: 171.9 x 60.5 cm (67 11/16 x 23 13/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Ramblers over a Winding Stream
Luo Zhichuan (Chinese, active 1280s–1320s)
1915.536Album leaf; ink on silkPainting only: 24.5 x 25.2 cm (9 5/8 x 9 15/16 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Mercury tells Aeneas to Leave Carthage
Giovanni Francesco Romanelli (Italian, 1610–1662) and 1 other
1915.79.6tapestry weave: silk and woolOverall: 411 x 337 cm (161 13/16 x 132 11/16 in.)Gift of Mrs. Francis F. Prentiss, in memory of Dr. Dudley P. AllenCCCC0
Wall Hanging (msimsim)
Africa, North Africa, Morocco, Tétouan, Moroccan weaver(s)
2003.86Silk and dyeOverall: 314.9 x 62.5 cm (124 x 24 5/8 in.)Gift of The Textile Art AllianceCCCC0
Samite fragments with double-headed eagles, from the tomb of Saint...
probably Byzantium
1951.92samite: silkOverall: 118 x 165 cm (46 7/16 x 64 15/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
The Death of Dido
Giovanni Francesco Romanelli (Italian, 1610–1662) and 1 other
1915.79.8tapestry weave: silk and woolOverall: 414 x 466.5 cm (163 x 183 11/16 in.)Gift of Mrs. Francis F. Prentiss, in memory of Dr. Dudley P. AllenCCCC0
Dido shows Aeneas the plans for the fortifications of Carthage
Giovanni Francesco Romanelli (Italian, 1610–1662) and 1 other
1915.79.4tapestry weave: silk and woolOverall: 416.4 x 563.6 cm (163 15/16 x 221 7/8 in.)Gift of Mrs. Francis F. Prentiss, in memory of Dr. Dudley P. AllenCCCC0
Dido and Aeneas seek shelter from a storm
Giovanni Francesco Romanelli (Italian, 1610–1662) and 1 other
1915.79.5tapestry weave: silk and woolOverall: 416.4 x 418.8 cm (163 15/16 x 164 7/8 in.)Gift of Mrs. Francis F. Prentiss, in memory of Dr. Dudley P. AllenCCCC0
Aeneas says Farewell to Dido
Giovanni Francesco Romanelli (Italian, 1610–1662) and 1 other
1915.79.7tapestry weave: silk and woolOverall: 403 x 394 cm (158 11/16 x 155 1/8 in.)Gift of Mrs. Francis F. Prentiss, in memory of Dr. Dudley P. AllenCCCC0
Dido Sacrifices to Juno, the Goddess of Marriage
Giovanni Francesco Romanelli (Italian, 1610–1662) and 1 other
1915.79.3tapestry weave: silk and woolOverall: 411 x 464.5 cm (161 13/16 x 182 7/8 in.)Gift of Mrs. Francis F. Prentiss, in memory of Dr. Dudley P. AllenCCCC0
Venus tells Aeneas and his friend Achates to go to Carthage
Giovanni Francesco Romanelli (Italian, 1610–1662) and 1 other
1915.79.1tapestry weave: silk and woolOverall: 411.3 x 294.5 cm (161 15/16 x 115 15/16 in.)Gift of Mrs. Francis F. Prentiss, in memory of Dr. Dudley P. AllenCCCC0
Birds Gather under the Spring Willow
Yin Hong (Chinese, c. 1430-c. 1500)
1974.31hanging scroll, ink and color on silkPainting: 240 x 195.5 cm (94 1/2 x 76 15/16 in.); Overall with knobs: 280 x 204 cm (110 1/4 x 80 5/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Mandala of the Three Shrines at Kumano
Japan, Kamakura period (1185-1333) to Nanbokuchō period (1336-92)
1953.16hanging scroll; ink and color on silkImage: 134 x 62 cm (52 3/4 x 24 7/16 in.); Overall: 217.2 x 80 cm (85 1/2 x 31 1/2 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Plum Tree
Ogata Kōrin (Japanese, 1658–1716)
1983.10hanging scroll; ink on silkImage: 94 x 35.4 cm (37 x 13 15/16 in.); Including mounting: 177.2 x 51.8 cm (69 3/4 x 20 3/8 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
The Mountain of Five Cataracts
Chen Hongshou (Chinese, 1598/99–1652)
1966.366hanging scroll, ink on silkPainting: 118 x 53 cm (46 7/16 x 20 7/8 in.); Overall: 232.4 x 69.7 cm (91 1/2 x 27 7/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Xu Jingyang Moving His Family
Cui Zizhong (Chinese, 1574–1644)
1961.90Hanging scroll; ink and color on silkOverall: 268.2 x 66 cm (105 9/16 x 26 in.); Painting only: 165.3 x 64 cm (65 1/16 x 25 3/16 in.); Overall with knobs: 268.2 x 74.1 cm (105 9/16 x 29 3/16 in.)Mr. and Mrs. William H. Marlatt FundCCCC0
Samantabhadra
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
1962.161hanging scroll, ink and color on silkImage: 114.8 x 55.1 cm (45 3/16 x 21 11/16 in.); Mounted: 208.6 x 75.4 cm (82 1/8 x 29 11/16 in.)Mr. and Mrs. William H. Marlatt FundCCCC0
Operating on Guan Yu's Arm
Katsushika Ōi (Japanese, c. 1800-after 1857)
1998.178hanging scroll; ink, color, and gold on silkMounted: 206.7 x 73.1 cm (81 3/8 x 28 3/4 in.); Painting: 140.2 x 68.3 cm (55 3/16 x 26 7/8 in.)Kelvin Smith FundCCCC0
Orchid Pavilion Gathering
Soga Shōhaku (Japanese, 1730–1781)
1979.53hanging scroll; ink on silkPainting: 122.7 x 55.7 cm (48 5/16 x 21 15/16 in.); Mounted: 197.4 x 58.8 cm (77 11/16 x 23 1/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Zhongli Quan Crossing the Ocean
Zhao Qi (Chinese, active early 1500s)
1976.13Hanging scroll; ink and color on silkImage: 135 x 57.5 cm (53 1/8 x 22 5/8 in.); Overall: 233 x 71.6 cm (91 3/4 x 28 3/16 in.); with knobs: 233 x 77.5 cm (91 3/4 x 30 1/2 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Tao Yuanming's Return Home
China, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368)
1982.152handscroll, ink and slight color on silkImage: 34.6 x 566.4 cm (13 5/8 x 223 in.); Overall: 37.7 x 1001.1 cm (14 13/16 x 394 1/8 in.)Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. FundCCCC0
Cleansing Medicinal Herbs in the Stream on a Spring Day
Yu Zhiding (Chinese, 1647–c. 1716)
2000.69Handscroll; ink and color on silkPainting only: 36.2 x 132.5 cm (14 1/4 x 52 3/16 in.); Overall in heigh: 38.7 cm (15 1/4 in.)Severance and Greta Millikin Purchase FundCCCC0
The Woodcutter of Luofu
Chen Ruyan (Chinese, c. 1331–1371)
1964.156Hanging scroll; ink on silkPainting: 107.2 x 53.6 cm (42 3/16 x 21 1/8 in.); Overall with knobs: 253.5 x 88.7 cm (99 13/16 x 34 15/16 in.)Gift of Mrs. A. Dean PerryCCCC0
Ink Plum
Peng Xu (Chinese, active 1488–1521)
1970.80hanging scroll, ink on silkPainting: 127.2 x 66.8 cm (50 1/16 x 26 5/16 in.); Overall with knobs: 218.8 x 75.3 cm (86 1/8 x 29 5/8 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Landscape with Woodcutters Returning Home
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
1988.20hanging scroll, ink on silkImage: 124.5 x 58.3 cm (49 x 22 15/16 in.); Overall: 203.2 x 81.3 cm (80 x 32 in.)Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. FundCCCC0
Conversation in a Thatched Hut
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
1975.21album leaf; ink and color on silkOverall: 26 x 27.3 cm (10 1/4 x 10 3/4 in.)Mr. and Mrs. William H. Marlatt FundCCCC0
Raitra Marosoratra
Martin Rakotoarimanana (Malagasy, b. 1969) and 8 others
2021.167silk and dye231.1 x 247.7 cm (91 x 97 1/2 in.)J.H. Wade Trust Fund©
The Hermit Xu You Resting by a Stream
Dai Jin (Chinese, 1388–1462)
1974.45Hanging scroll; ink and slight color on silkPainting: 138.2 x 75.2 cm (54 7/16 x 29 5/8 in.); Overall with knobs: 232.5 x 96.3 cm (91 9/16 x 37 15/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Water Buffalo and Herdboys
China, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368)
1977.200Hanging scroll; ink on silkPainting: 23.7 x 50.5 cm (9 5/16 x 19 7/8 in.); Overall with knobs: 109 x 67.6 cm (42 15/16 x 26 5/8 in.)Gift of Herbert F. Leisy in memory of his wife, Helen Stamp LeisyCCCC0
Leaping Carp
Liu Jie (Chinese, c. 1447–1520s)
1977.55hanging scroll, ink and color on silkImage: 140.5 x 83.7 cm (55 5/16 x 32 15/16 in.); Overall: 226 x 101.2 cm (89 x 39 13/16 in.); with knobs: 226 x 109.5 cm (89 x 43 1/8 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
A Beauty
Fujimaro (Japanese, d. 1830)
1985.256hanging scroll; ink and color on silkOverall: 180.4 x 48.3 cm (71 x 19 in.); Painting only: 94 x 31 cm (37 x 12 3/16 in.)The Kelvin Smith Collection, given by Mrs. Kelvin SmithCCCC0
Lotuses, Insects, and Birds
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1985.18hanging scroll, ink and color on silkImage: 112.6 x 57.5 cm (44 5/16 x 22 5/8 in.); Overall: 174.5 x 77.5 cm (68 11/16 x 30 1/2 in.)Dudley P. Allen FundCCCC0
Tigers Chasing Deer, with Dragon
China, Eastern, 11th-12th century
1988.100tapestry, silk and gold threadOverall: 58 x 27.2 cm (22 13/16 x 10 11/16 in.); Mounted: 75.6 x 43.8 cm (29 3/4 x 17 1/4 in.)Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. FundCCCC0
The Lantern Night Excursion of Zhong Kui
Yan Hui (Chinese, active 1270–1310)
1961.206handscroll; ink and slight color on silkImage: 24.8 x 240.3 cm (9 3/4 x 94 5/8 in.); Overall: 25.7 x 904.4 cm (10 1/8 x 356 1/16 in.)Mr. and Mrs. William H. Marlatt FundCCCC0
Landscape with Poet Tao Yuanming (365–472 CE)
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) or earlier
1915.702Album leaf; ink and color on silkDiameter: 25.7 cm (10 1/8 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Grapes
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1999.43hanging scroll, ink on silkImage: 101 x 47 cm (39 3/4 x 18 1/2 in.); Overall: 176.5 x 73 cm (69 1/2 x 28 3/4 in.)Mr. and Mrs. William H. Marlatt FundCCCC0
Miracle of the Dragon
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1991.9Hanging scroll; ink, color, and gold on silkImage: 109.2 x 58.5 cm (43 x 23 1/16 in.); Overall: 205.4 x 76.4 cm (80 7/8 x 30 1/16 in.)Andrew R. and Martha Holden Jennings FundCCCC0
Water Buffalo Returning Home
Yosa Buson (Japanese, 1716–1783)
1970.77Hanging scroll, ink and light color on silkOverall: 203.2 x 59.2 cm (80 x 23 5/16 in.); Painting only: 130.8 x 46.2 cm (51 1/2 x 18 3/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Roundel with Amazons, from a tunic
Egypt or Syria(?)
1952.104samite: silkOverall: 22.2 x 23.5 cm (8 3/4 x 9 1/4 in.); Mounted: 31.1 x 31.8 cm (12 1/4 x 12 1/2 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Seven Jeweled Mountain
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1989.6ten-panel screen; ink and color on silkOverall: 185.2 x 42.9 cm (72 15/16 x 16 7/8 in.); Each screen: 158.2 x 42.9 cm (62 5/16 x 16 7/8 in.)Mr. and Mrs. William H. Marlatt FundCCCC0
Boating in Moonlight
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1989.87album leaf, ink on silkImage: 30 x 26.3 cm (11 13/16 x 10 3/8 in.); Overall: 34.9 x 30.6 cm (13 3/4 x 12 1/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
The White Path Between Two Rivers
Japan, Kamakura period (1185-1333)
1955.44hanging scroll; ink, color, gold, silver, and cut gold on silkOverall: 215.1 x 67.7 cm (84 11/16 x 26 5/8 in.); Overall with knobs: 215.1 x 73.3 cm (84 11/16 x 28 7/8 in.)Gift of The Norweb FoundationCCCC0
A Pair of Peafowl
Lin Liang (Chinese, 1416–1480)
1964.242hanging scroll, ink on silkPainting: 160 x 106 cm (63 x 41 3/4 in.); Overall with knobs: 256.5 x 133.3 cm (101 x 52 1/2 in.)Severance and Greta Millikin CollectionCCCC0
Bodhidharma Meditating Facing a Cliff
China, Song dynasty (960-1279)
1972.41Hanging scroll; ink on silkPainting only: 116.5 x 46.4 cm (45 7/8 x 18 1/4 in.); Overall with knobs: 203.2 x 63.5 cm (80 x 25 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
The Secret Five Bodhisattvas (Gohimitsu Bosatsu)
Japan, Kamakura period (1185-1333)
1961.423hanging scroll; ink, color, gold, and silver on silkImage: 78.1 x 63.5 cm (30 3/4 x 25 in.); Overall: 163.2 x 83.8 cm (64 1/4 x 33 in.)Mr. and Mrs. William H. Marlatt FundCCCC0
Shakyamuni under the Bodhi Tree
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1971.68hanging scroll, ink and color on silkPainting: 128.5 x 62 cm (50 9/16 x 24 7/16 in.); Overall with knobs: 259 x 82.5 cm (101 15/16 x 32 1/2 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Buddha Amitābha with Two Attending Bodhisattvas
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
1974.35Hanging scroll; ink and color on silkPainting: 134 x 79.7 cm (52 3/4 x 31 3/8 in.); Overall: 223 x 95.7 cm (87 13/16 x 37 11/16 in.)Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. FundCCCC0
Portrait of an Official
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1999.45Hanging scroll; ink and color on silkPainting only: 147.7 x 76.4 cm (58 1/8 x 30 1/16 in.); Overall: 218.9 x 89.6 cm (86 3/16 x 35 1/4 in.); Overall with knobs and cord: 221.9 x 96.9 cm (87 3/8 x 38 1/8 in.)Mr. and Mrs. William H. Marlatt FundCCCC0
Silk fragment with roundels of ducks
Iran
1951.88samite: silkOverall: 8.3 x 11.4 cm (3 1/4 x 4 1/2 in.)Gift of The Textile Arts ClubCCCC0
Chasuble Fragment with Realistic Animals
Italy
1947.294Silk, gold thread; lampas weaveOverall: 115.6 x 33.7 cm (45 1/2 x 13 1/4 in.); Mounted: 120.7 x 36.8 cm (47 1/2 x 14 1/2 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Hell Courtesan
Kawanabe Kyōsai (Japanese, 1831–1889)
1985.268Hanging scroll; ink, color, gold, and silver on silkImage: 144.2 x 67.6 cm (56 3/4 x 26 5/8 in.); Overall: 233.7 x 92.1 cm (92 x 36 1/4 in.)The Kelvin Smith Collection, given by Mrs. Kelvin SmithCCCC0
Scholar Playing a Qin
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1990.69album leaf; ink and color on silkPainting only: 23.5 x 23.8 cm (9 1/4 x 9 3/8 in.); Overall: 26.5 x 26.5 cm (10 7/16 x 10 7/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Gazing at a Waterfall
Tani Bunchō (Japanese, 1763–1841)
1972.16hanging scroll; ink and color on silkPainting: 112.5 x 51.1 cm (44 5/16 x 20 1/8 in.); Mounted: 214 x 54.5 cm (84 1/4 x 21 7/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Winter Landscape
Yeoseol (Korean)
1986.45hanging scroll; ink and slight color on silkImage: 92.4 x 52.7 cm (36 3/8 x 20 3/4 in.); Overall: 195.6 x 74.9 cm (77 x 29 1/2 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Dragons Chasing Flaming Pearls
Central China, 13th century or earlier
1988.33tapestry, silk and gold threadOverall: 60 x 32 cm (23 5/8 x 12 5/8 in.)Andrew R. and Martha Holden Jennings FundCCCC0
Bird Sleeping on a Plum Tree
Yang Ki-hun (Seuk-Eun) (Korean, 1843–1919?)
1998.31hanging scroll, ink on silkOverall: 103 x 112.4 cm (40 9/16 x 44 1/4 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Layered Peaks and Splashing Waterfall: Portrait of Hua Yan as a Young Man
Hua Yan (Chinese, 1682–c. 1765) and 1 other
2001.120hanging scroll, ink and color on silkPainting: 130 x 47.2 cm (51 3/16 x 18 9/16 in.); Overall: 281 x 95 cm (110 5/8 x 37 3/8 in.)Gift of various donors by exchangeCCCC0
Listening to the Qin
Tang Yin (Chinese, 1470–1523)
1977.199hanging scroll, ink and light color on silkOverall with knobs: 118 x 45 cm (46 7/16 x 17 11/16 in.); Painting: 35.8 x 29.1 cm (14 1/8 x 11 7/16 in.)Gift of Herbert F. Leisy in memory of his wife, Helen Stamp LeisyCCCC0
Striped Silk from a Garment
Spain, Granada, Nasrid period
1940.609silk; lampas weaveOverall: 54.2 x 27.6 cm (21 5/16 x 10 7/8 in.); Mounted: 61.6 x 27.6 cm (24 1/4 x 10 7/8 in.)Bequest of James ParmeleeCCCC0
Kasuga Deer Mandala
Japan, Nanbokuchō period (1336-92) to Muromachi period (1392-1573)
1988.19hanging scroll; ink, color and gold on silkImage: 95.6 x 39.1 cm (37 5/8 x 15 3/8 in.); Mounted: 184.2 x 63.8 cm (72 1/2 x 25 1/8 in.)Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. FundCCCC0
Rank Badge (buzi)
China, Qing dynasty (1644–1911), Qianlong reign (1736–95)
1948.72silk, satin weave; silk and metal thread embroideryOverall: 27.3 x 26 cm (10 3/4 x 10 1/4 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Parrots and Animals
Italy, 14th century
1926.507silk, gold thread; a combination of two weaves (lampas)Overall: 84.8 x 26.7 cm (33 3/8 x 10 1/2 in.); Mounted: 90.2 x 33 cm (35 1/2 x 13 in.)Gift of J. H. WadeCCCC0
Shakyamuni with two attendants
China, Yuan (1271-1368) or early Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1982.25Hanging scroll; ink, color, and gold on silkOverall: 293.5 x 136 cm (115 9/16 x 53 9/16 in.); Painting only: 218.4 x 112.8 cm (86 x 44 7/16 in.); with knobs: 293.5 x 144.2 cm (115 9/16 x 56 3/4 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Landscape with Fishermen
Yi Bul-hae (Korean, active 1500s)
2015.516hanging scroll, ink and slight color on silkOverall: 122.2 x 42.9 cm (48 1/8 x 16 7/8 in.)Gift from the Collection of George Gund IIICCCC0
Portrait of the Great Master Yeongwoldang Eungjin
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1990.16hanging scroll, ink, color and gold on silkOverall: 216.9 x 103.3 cm (85 3/8 x 40 11/16 in.); Painting only: 114.4 x 79.2 cm (45 1/16 x 31 3/16 in.)Mr. and Mrs. William H. Marlatt FundCCCC0
Chrysanthemums
Maison Henry Bertrand (French)
2003.42silk, artificial gold thread; twill-based jacquard weaveOverall: 310.1 x 108 cm (122 1/16 x 42 1/2 in.)John L. Severance Fund©
Album of Textile Samples
China, Tang dynasty (618-907) or Japan, Nara period (710-794)
1954.70silkOverall: 42.5 x 46 x 6 cm (16 3/4 x 18 1/8 x 2 3/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Shōtoku Taishi at Sixteen
Japan, Kamakura period (1185-1333)
1964.278hanging scroll; ink and color on silkImage: 121.9 x 57.5 cm (48 x 22 5/8 in.); Overall: 207.3 x 83.2 cm (81 5/8 x 32 3/4 in.)Severance and Greta Millikin CollectionCCCC0
Portrait of a Government Official
Chae Yongshin (Korean, 1848–1941)
2020.259Hanging scroll; ink and color on silkOverall: 156.4 x 87.3 cm (61 9/16 x 34 3/8 in.); Painting only: 127 x 71.1 cm (50 x 28 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Embroidered Miter
Italy, 18th century
1942.834silk; metal thread embroidery on silkOverall: 92.5 x 30.8 cm (36 7/16 x 12 1/8 in.)Bequest of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Clouds Visiting a Mountain Retreat
Tao Hong (Chinese, active c. 1610–1640)
1971.19Hanging scroll; ink on silkPainting: 176.4 x 101 cm (69 7/16 x 39 3/4 in.); Overall with knobs: 290 x 121.3 cm (114 3/16 x 47 3/4 in.)Andrew R. and Martha Holden Jennings FundCCCC0
Fragment with star pattern and griffins
Iraq or Iran, Buyid period
1941.292silk: plain weave variation with supplementary weftOverall: 40.3 x 30.5 cm (15 7/8 x 12 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Bamboo
Korea
1999.169hanging scroll; ink on silkPainting only: 95.3 x 55.9 cm (37 1/2 x 22 in.); Overall: 189.1 x 70.5 cm (74 7/16 x 27 3/4 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Waltz
Mitsuko Asakura (Japanese, b. 1950)
2014.386silkOverall: 41 x 166.5 cm (16 1/8 x 65 9/16 in.)Gift of The Textile Art Alliance©
Seated Amitābha
Chinese, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1994.94hanging scroll, ink and color on silkOverall with knobs: 236.9 x 105.7 cm (93 1/4 x 41 5/8 in.); Painting only: 130.8 x 75 cm (51 1/2 x 29 1/2 in.)Gift of David S. Utterberg and the Severance and Greta Millikin Purchase FundCCCC0
Samite with roundels of rosettes
Iran
1950.514samite: silkOverall: 17.7 x 17.7 cm (6 15/16 x 6 15/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Album of Textile Samples
Japan and China, 18th-19th century
1920.1950silkOverall: 30.5 x 30.5 x 10 cm (12 x 12 x 3 15/16 in.)General Income FundCCCC0
Cope
China, Macao
1950.6SilkOverall: 124.5 x 276.9 cm (49 x 109 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
In Blue
Jim Hodges (American, b. 1957)
2005.140silk flowers and threadOverall: 396 x 259 cm (155 7/8 x 101 15/16 in.)Gift of Agnes Gund in honor of Katharine Lee Reid©
My Heart is the Universe
Irene Chou (Chinese, 1924–2011)
2013.33ink, color, and acrylic on silkOverall: 63.5 x 95.9 cm (25 x 37 3/4 in.)Mr. and Mrs. Richard W. Whitehill Art Purchase Endowment Fund©
Poet Fisherman
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1990.70album leaf from a set; ink and color on silkOverall: 22.5 x 24 cm (8 7/8 x 9 7/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
In the Palace
Zhou Wenju (Chinese, active 942–961)
1976.1Handscroll; ink and light color on silkPainting: 28.5 x 168.6 cm (11 1/4 x 66 3/8 in.); Overall: 29.7 x 306.1 cm (11 11/16 x 120 1/2 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Li Tieguai; Liu Haichan
China, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368)
1982.29Pair of hanging scrolls; ink and color on silkOverall: 106 x 38.6 cm (41 3/4 x 15 3/16 in.)Edward L. Whittemore FundCCCC0
Portraits of Cho Hyun-myeong and Cho Jae-ho
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1999.15album painting, ink and color on silkImage: 35.6 x 27.3 cm (14 x 10 3/4 in.); Mounted: 44.4 x 33.2 cm (17 1/2 x 13 1/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Children at Play
Xia Kui (Chinese, active c. 1405–1445)
1915.110hanging scroll, ink and color on silkPainting: 62.5 x 113.7 cm (24 5/8 x 44 3/4 in.); Overall with knobs: 214 x 137 cm (84 1/4 x 53 15/16 in.)Gift of Charles L. FreerCCCC0
The Assembly of Tejaprabha Buddha
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1998.120hanging scroll; ink, color, and gold on silkOverall: 223 x 226.4 cm (87 13/16 x 89 1/8 in.)Gift of Mitsuru TajimaCCCC0
Aizen Myōō
Japan, Kamakura period (1185-1333) to Nanbokuchō period (1336-92)
2017.101Hanging scroll; ink, color, and gold on silkPainting: 102 x 60.5 cm (40 3/16 x 23 13/16 in.); Mounted: 183.2 x 80.3 cm (72 1/8 x 31 5/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Chinese Beauty
Kubo Shunman (Japanese, 1757–1820)
1988.1Hanging scroll; ink and color on silkImage: 96 x 37 cm (37 13/16 x 14 9/16 in.); Overall: 184.2 x 53.3 cm (72 1/2 x 21 in.)Kelvin Smith FundCCCC0
Plums, Bamboo, and Orchid
Yamamoto Baiitsu (Japanese, 1783–1856)
1975.93hanging scroll; ink on silkPainting only: 172.4 x 79 cm (67 7/8 x 31 1/8 in.); Including mounting: 252.7 x 105.4 cm (99 1/2 x 41 1/2 in.)Mr. and Mrs. William H. Marlatt FundCCCC0
Insects and Bamboo
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
1985.364Album leaf; ink and light color on silkImage: 23.8 x 25.6 cm (9 3/8 x 10 1/16 in.)The Kelvin Smith Collection, given by Mrs. Kelvin SmithCCCC0
Travelers in Autumn Mountains
Sheng Mou (Chinese, active c. 1310–1350)
1963.589album leaf, ink and slight color on silkImage: 24.4 x 26.5 cm (9 5/8 x 10 7/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Severance A. MillikinCCCC0
Fragment of a Chasuble Orphrey Cross Band
Italy, 11th century
1931.444tablet weave; gold metallic thread and silkOverall: 16.5 x 17.1 cm (6 1/2 x 6 3/4 in.)Gift of Dr. C. S. ReberCCCC0
Assembly of Buddhist Deities
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1918.541handscroll; ink and color on silkOverall: 78 x 216 cm (30 11/16 x 85 1/16 in.)Director's Contingent FundCCCC0
Lover's Visit
Tamura Suio (Japanese)
1985.275hanging scroll, ink and color on silkImage: 50.4 x 82.2 cm (19 13/16 x 32 3/8 in.); Overall: 155.2 x 97.7 cm (61 1/8 x 38 7/16 in.); with knobs: 155.2 x 104.7 cm (61 1/8 x 41 1/4 in.)The Kelvin Smith Collection, given by Mrs. Kelvin SmithCCCC0
Monju as a Child
Japan, Muromachi period (1392–1573)
1992.385hanging scroll; ink and color on silkOverall: 61.7 x 38.7 cm (24 5/16 x 15 1/4 in.)Bequest of Maud Eells CorningCCCC0
Hunting on Horses
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) - Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1915.680Hanging scroll; ink and color on silkPainting: 276 x 147.5 cm (108 11/16 x 58 1/16 in.); Overall with knobs: 380 x 184 cm (149 5/8 x 72 7/16 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Seated Manjusri
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1919.1020hanging scroll; ink and color on silkOverall: 254.9 x 1146 cm (100 3/8 x 451 3/16 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Fragment from a Garment (smaller fragment, outer layer)
China, Liao dynasty (907-1125), 10th century
1992.112.2.aweft-faced compound twill, silkOverall: 35.9 x 46 cm (14 1/8 x 18 1/8 in.); Mounted: 48.9 x 58.4 cm (19 1/4 x 23 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Red Amida
Japan, Kamakura period (1185-1333)
1971.164hanging scroll; ink, color, and gold on silkOverall: 229.4 x 97.8 cm (90 5/16 x 38 1/2 in.); Painting only: 127.4 x 79.3 cm (50 3/16 x 31 1/4 in.)Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. FundCCCC0
Entertainment Scene
Miyagawa Chōshun (Japanese, 1683–1753)
1985.17hanging scroll, ink and color on silkImage: 56.4 x 135.5 cm (22 3/16 x 53 3/8 in.); Overall: 175 x 144.7 cm (68 7/8 x 56 15/16 in.); with knobs: 175 x 154.9 cm (68 7/8 x 61 in.)Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. FundCCCC0
Seated Arhat with Two Attendants
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
1976.91Hanging scroll; ink and color on silkOverall with knobs: 201 x 75.5 cm (79 1/8 x 29 3/4 in.); Painting only: 94 x 50 cm (37 x 19 11/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Bamboo in Rain; Bamboo in Wind
Genga (Japanese)
1975.71hanging scroll; ink on silkGift in memory of Mrs. Samuel SavageCCCC0
Rare Silk Tunic Fragment with Ornamental Sleeve Band
Egypt, Byzantine period, 5th - 6th century
1982.77plain weave: silk; tapestry weave with supplementary weft wrapping; undyed linen, dyed wool, silkOverall: 27 x 7 cm (10 5/8 x 2 3/4 in.); Mounted: 33 x 12.1 cm (13 x 4 3/4 in.)Andrew R. and Martha Holden Jennings FundCCCC0
Jacket with Octopus
Japan, Edo period (1615-1868)
2020.66Silk crepe (chirimen)neck edge to hem: 79.1 cm (31 1/8 in.); Across shoulders: 128.6 cm (50 5/8 in.)L. E. Holden FundCCCC0
Textile with Flora
Italy or Spain, 16th century
1954.321silk, linen, silver threadOverall: 90.8 x 59.4 cm (35 3/4 x 23 3/8 in.); Mounted: 97.8 x 66.7 cm (38 1/2 x 26 1/4 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Landscape in the Style of Dong Yuan and Juran
Gong Xian (Chinese, 1599–1689)
1969.123hanging scroll, ink with white pigment on silkImage: 216.6 x 57.3 cm (85 1/4 x 22 9/16 in.); Overall: 285.8 x 75.5 cm (112 1/2 x 29 3/4 in.); with knobs: 258.8 x 90.1 cm (101 7/8 x 35 1/2 in.)Andrew R. and Martha Holden Jennings FundCCCC0
Bird on a Flowering Branch
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
1985.371album leaf mounted as a hanging scroll, ink and color on silkPainting: 23.8 x 24.5 cm (9 3/8 x 9 5/8 in.); Overall: 117 x 41.7 cm (46 1/16 x 16 7/16 in.)The Kelvin Smith Collection, given by Mrs. Kelvin SmithCCCC0
Gold-patterned Silk with Falcons and Heraldry
Italy, last third of 14th century
1943.283Silk, gold thread; a combination of two weaves (lampas)Overall: 40.3 x 24.8 cm (15 7/8 x 9 3/4 in.); Mounted: 45.1 x 28.6 cm (17 3/4 x 11 1/4 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Landscape
Japan, Edo period (1615-1868)
1985.111hanging scroll; ink and color on silkPainting only: 102.8 x 54 cm (40 1/2 x 21 1/4 in.); Including mounting: 182.9 x 60.7 cm (72 x 23 7/8 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Cityscape of Pyongyang
Kim Yoon-bo (Korean, 1865–1938)
2022.141Ten-panel folding screen; ink and color on silkPainting: 98.3 x 307.3 cm (38 11/16 x 121 in.); Overall framed: 210.2 x 325.5 cm (82 3/4 x 128 1/8 in.)Partial purchase from the Severance and Greta Millikin Purchase Fund and partial gift of The Honorable Joseph P. Carroll, KM, and Roberta Carroll, M.D.©
Roundels with camels bearing howdahs
Syria (?), 900s - 1000s
1986.90silk: plain weave variation with supplementary weftOverall: 78.8 x 48.6 cm (31 x 19 1/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Selections from the Collection of Japanese Poems from Ancient and Modern...
Hon'ami Kōetsu (Japanese, 1558–1637) and 1 other
1972.67handscroll; ink on silk with gold and silverAverage: 32.7 x 549 cm (12 7/8 x 216 1/8 in.)Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. FundCCCC0
Romance of the Three Kingdoms
Matsumura Goshun (Japanese, 1752–1811)
1987.35hanging scroll; ink and color on silkImage: 28.2 x 25.2 cm (11 1/8 x 9 15/16 in.); Including mounting: 114.3 x 44.2 cm (45 x 17 3/8 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Kasuga Shrine Mandala
Japan, Kamakura period (1185-1333)
2015.137Hanging scroll; ink, color, and gold on silk Overall: 193.6 x 58.8 cm (76 1/4 x 23 1/8 in.); Painting only: 110 x 40.9 cm (43 5/16 x 16 1/8 in.)Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. FundCCCC0
Wine bearers in landscape, from a robe
Iran, Safavid period (1501–1722)
1924.743Silk: lampasOverall: 85.1 x 38.1 cm (33 1/2 x 15 in.); Mounted: 91.4 x 45.7 cm (36 x 18 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
A Child’s Coat with Ducks in Pearl Medallions and a Child's Pants
Iran or Central Asia, Sogdiana
1996.2silk; weft-faced compound twill, samitOverall: 48 x 82.5 cm (18 7/8 x 32 1/2 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Peonies
China, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368)
1976.90hanging scroll, ink and color on silkPainting: 145.5 x 88.3 cm (57 5/16 x 34 3/4 in.); Overall with knobs: 256 x 113.2 cm (100 13/16 x 44 9/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
A Hundred Birds and the Three Friends
Bian Wenjin (Chinese, about 1354–1428)
1980.12hanging scroll, ink and color on silkPainting: 153.5 x 95.4 cm (60 7/16 x 37 9/16 in.); Overall with knobs: 245 x 110 cm (96 7/16 x 43 5/16 in.)Severance and Greta Millikin Purchase FundCCCC0
Rank Badge (buzi)
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1916.1329silk and metal thread; slit tapestry weave (kesi)Overall: 29.5 x 31.3 cm (11 5/8 x 12 5/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Waterfowl and Reeds
Liang Kai (Chinese, mid-1100s-early 1200s)
1984.42Hanging scroll; ink on silkOverall: 23 x 22.9 cm (9 1/16 x 9 in.)Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. FundCCCC0
The Bodhisattvas of the Ten Stages in Attaining the Most Perfect...
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1973.70Pair of hanging scrolls; ink and color on silkPainting only: 140.5 x 79.1 cm (55 5/16 x 31 1/8 in.); Each overall with knobs: 227.2 x 120 cm (89 7/16 x 47 1/4 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Noh Costume (Surihaku) with Fish-Scale Pattern
Japan, Edo period (1615-1868)
1916.10plain weave silk; metal threadOverall: 118.1 x 134.6 cm (46 1/2 x 53 in.)Worcester R. Warner CollectionCCCC0
Flowers of Four Seasons, with Poems
Wang Guxiang (Chinese, 1501–1568)
1977.4handscroll, ink and light color on silkPainting only: 24 x 545 cm (9 7/16 x 214 9/16 in.); Overall: 24 x 547.5 cm (9 7/16 x 215 9/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Welcoming Descent of Amida (Amida Raigō)
Japan, Kamakura period (1185-1333)
1953.123hanging scroll; ink, color and gold on silkImage: 171.8 x 84.5 cm (67 5/8 x 33 1/4 in.); Overall: 269.1 x 113.3 cm (105 15/16 x 44 5/8 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Millefleurs Tapestry with Medici Coat of Arms
Netherlands, Hainault, early 16th century
1942.824tapestry weave: wool and silkOverall: 274.2 x 639.7 cm (107 15/16 x 251 7/8 in.)Bequest of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Manjushri
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1989.67Hanging scroll, ink, color and gold on silkPainting: 124.8 x 107.3 cm (49 1/8 x 42 1/4 in.); Overall: 314.2 x 111.2 cm (123 11/16 x 43 3/4 in.); Overall with knobs: 314.2 x 122.8 cm (123 11/16 x 48 3/8 in.)Mr. and Mrs. William H. Marlatt FundCCCC0
Garden for Solitary Enjoyment
Qiu Ying (Chinese, 1494–1552)
1978.67Handscroll; ink and light color on silkPainting: 28 x 518.5 cm (11 x 204 1/8 in.); Overall: 32 x 1290.2 cm (12 5/8 x 507 15/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Album of Miscellaneous Subjects
Fan Qi (Chinese, 1616–after 1694)
1975.22album of ten leaves; ink and light color on silkImage: 12.6 x 17.3 cm (4 15/16 x 6 13/16 in.); Overall: 21 x 22 cm (8 1/4 x 8 11/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Hunting Scene
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1993.239eight-fold screen, ink and color on silkOverall: 214.6 x 345.4 cm (84 1/2 x 136 in.)Gift of Leighton R. and Rosemarie LonghiCCCC0
Amitābha Triad
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1961.135Hanging scroll; ink and color on silkImage: 95.3 x 50.2 cm (37 1/2 x 19 3/4 in.); Overall: 196.2 x 73.3 cm (77 1/4 x 28 7/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Warren H. Corning, Mr. and Mrs. Herbert F. Leisy, Mr. and Mrs. Oscar J. Lange, and Leon Fletcher, Jr.CCCC0
Album of Actor Portraits
Shōrakusai (Japanese)
1988.105accordion-style album; ink and color on silk mounted on paper and ink on paperAlbum, opened: 28.1 x 42 cm (11 1/16 x 16 9/16 in.)Kelvin Smith FundCCCC0
Bride's Robe
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1918.550silk and paper with silk embroideryOverall: 118.1 x 179.7 cm (46 1/2 x 70 3/4 in.)The Worcester R. Warner CollectionCCCC0
The Bridge
Mabel A. Hewit (American, 1903–1984)
1938.194block printing on silkOverall: 127 x 84.5 cm (50 x 33 1/4 in.)Educational Purchase Fund©
Fishing in Springtime
Ike Taiga (Japanese, 1723–1776)
1961.47Hanging scroll, ink and color on silkPainting only: 124 x 49.4 cm (48 13/16 x 19 7/16 in.); Including mounting: 210 x 62.9 cm (82 11/16 x 24 3/4 in.)Edward L. Whittemore FundCCCC0
Chord for a Pendant Brooch
John Paul Miller (American, 1918–2013)
2010.464.bsilk and goldChord: 41 cm (16 1/8 in.)Gift from the Ruth and Sherman Lee Collection©
Exotic Gold-patterned Silk
Italy, Venice, last third of 14th century
1954.69silk, gold thread; a combination of two weaves, 2/1 twill and 1/3 twill (lampas)Overall: 21.6 x 31.1 cm (8 1/2 x 12 1/4 in.); Mounted: 30.5 x 39.4 cm (12 x 15 1/2 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Taqueté fragment with star and cross pattern
Spain, probably Almeria
1927.380taqueté: silk and gold threadAverage: 14 x 41 cm (5 1/2 x 16 1/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Taima Mandala
Japan, Kamakura period (1185-1333)
1990.82hanging scroll; ink, color, and gold on silkPainting: 135.6 x 140.3 cm (53 3/8 x 55 1/4 in.); Mounted: 170.5 x 203.2 cm (67 1/8 x 80 in.)Severance and Greta Millikin Purchase FundCCCC0
Pleasure Boat on the Sumida River
Teisai Hokuba (Japanese, 1771–1844)
1985.262Hanging scroll; ink and color on silkOverall: 153.3 x 76.2 cm (60 3/8 x 30 in.); Painting only: 40 x 55.3 cm (15 3/4 x 21 3/4 in.)The Kelvin Smith Collection, given by Mrs. Kelvin SmithCCCC0
Wedding Gown
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1918.552Satin weave silk; silk embroidery; paper edging on neck and sleevesOverall: 114.3 x 174 cm (45 x 68 1/2 in.)The Worcester R. Warner CollectionCCCC0
Shakyamuni Triad:  Buddha Attended by Manjushri and Samantabhadra
China, Tang dynasty (618-907)
1975.92Hanging scroll; ink and color on silkOverall: 94 x 61.5 cm (37 x 24 3/16 in.)Mr. and Mrs. William H. Marlatt FundCCCC0
Departure from Kashima
Japan, Nanbokuchō period (1336-92)
1917.93hanging scroll; ink and color on silkOverall: 212.7 x 63.3 cm (83 3/4 x 24 15/16 in.); Including mounting: 119.4 x 41 cm (47 x 16 1/8 in.)The Worcester R. Warner CollectionCCCC0
Beauty in a Boat on Sumida River
Chōbunsai Eishi (Japanese, 1756–1829)
1985.254hanging scroll; ink and color on silkOverall: 191.8 x 53.3 cm (75 1/2 x 21 in.); Painting only: 95.3 x 33 cm (37 1/2 x 13 in.)The Kelvin Smith Collection, given by Mrs. Kelvin SmithCCCC0
Silk Velvet with Gold in Pomegranate Pattern
Italy, possibly Florence, 15th century
1940.596silk, gold thread; velvet: cut pile in two heights, uncut pile loops, gold-thread loopsOverall: 118.7 x 60.6 cm (46 3/4 x 23 7/8 in.); Mounted: 130.8 x 71.1 cm (51 1/2 x 28 in.)Bequest of James ParmeleeCCCC0
Star and Cross Pattern from a Tomb Cover(?)
Byzantium, Islamic or Byzantine periods, 9th -10th Century
1977.17complementary weft-faced plain weave with inner warps (samit); silkOverall: 8.5 x 24.1 cm (3 3/8 x 9 1/2 in.); Mounted: 15.2 x 30.5 cm (6 x 12 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Textile with field of poppies on a golden ground
Iran, Safavid period (1501–1722)
1926.22silk and gilt-metal thread: twill weave with supplementary weft, stampedOverall: 85.7 x 71.1 cm (33 3/4 x 28 in.); Mounted: 92.7 x 78.7 cm (36 1/2 x 31 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Stand-in Fugen
Kitao Masayoshi (Japanese, 1761–1824)
1985.277hanging scroll; ink and color on silkPainting only: 114.3 x 56.2 cm (45 x 22 1/8 in.); Including mounting: 186.7 x 76.2 cm (73 1/2 x 30 in.)The Kelvin Smith Collection, given by Mrs. Kelvin SmithCCCC0
Royal Carpet with Silk and Metal Thread
Iran, Isfahan, Safavid period (1501-1722)
1926.533Cotton: warp; cotton and silk: wefts; silk: pile, asymmetrical knot; gilt- and silver-metal thread: brocadedOverall: 236.2 x 143.5 cm (93 x 56 1/2 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Floral striped silk on a golden ground
Iran, Safavid period (1501–1722)
2003.96silk, gilt- and silver-metal thread: samiteOverall: 50.1 x 27.5 cm (19 3/4 x 10 13/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
A Hundred Sparrows in a Lofty Grove
Lin Liang (Chinese, 1416–1480)
1981.4handscroll, ink on silkOverall: 28.6 x 498.2 cm (11 1/4 x 196 1/8 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Wall cover with flora, peacocks, and portrait medallions
Iran, Qajar period (1779-1925)
1916.1483taffeta, hand-painted, block-printed: silk and pigmentsOverall: 82.6 x 194.3 cm (32 1/2 x 76 1/2 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Fragment of a Shawl Border
Kashmir
1934.330wool and silk: tapestry twillOverall: 35.9 x 40.3 cm (14 1/8 x 15 7/8 in.); Mounted: 54 x 58.4 cm (21 1/4 x 23 in.)Gift of Dr. E. RosencrantzCCCC0
Road to Shu
Yuan Yao (Chinese, active mid-1700s)
2019.167Hanging scroll; ink and color on silkPainting only: 187 x 256.5 cm (73 5/8 x 101 in.); Overall with knobs: 270 x 284 cm (106 5/16 x 111 13/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Brocaded Silk Cushion Cover & Iranian Striped Silk Surround
Turkey, Bursa or Istanbul, Ottoman period
2007.13silk, gilt-metal thread; lampas weaveOverall: 141 x 68.4 cm (55 1/2 x 26 15/16 in.)Andrew R. and Martha Holden Jennings FundCCCC0
Silk Curtain Fabric Depicting Tropical Vegetation
Paul Rodier (French)
1998.419silk, compound weave, reversibleOverall: 401.3 x 114.3 cm (158 x 45 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Derek Ostergard©
Silk curtain from the Alhambra palace
Spain, Granada, Nasrid period
1982.16lampas and taqueté: silkOverall: 438.2 x 271.8 cm (172 1/2 x 107 in.)Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. FundCCCC0
Family Gathering on New Year's Morning
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1942.825Silk and wool: tapestry weaveOverall: 257.8 x 377.8 cm (101 1/2 x 148 3/4 in.)Bequest of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Kannon
Japan, possibly Meiji period (1868-1912)
1986.8hanging scroll: ink and color on silk; inscription in gold ink on silkOverall: 227.9 x 75 cm (89 3/4 x 29 1/2 in.); Painting only: 155 x 51.4 cm (61 x 20 1/4 in.)Severance and Greta Millikin Purchase FundCCCC0
Birds on an Autumn Inlet
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
1985.369Album leaf; ink and color on silkOverall: 22.4 x 24 cm (8 13/16 x 9 7/16 in.)The Kelvin Smith Collection, given by Mrs. Kelvin SmithCCCC0
Pendant
China, 14th century
1994.20needleloop embroidery and knotting; silk, silvered paper, gilded paper and gold threadOverall: 84.5 x 21.7 cm (33 1/4 x 8 9/16 in.)Edward L. Whittemore FundCCCC0
Lakeside Retreat
Japan, Muromachi period (1392–1573)
2015.514hanging scroll, ink and color on silkOverall: 118.8 x 43.4 cm (46 3/4 x 17 1/16 in.)Gift from the Collection of George Gund IIICCCC0
Relic of St. Adelaide
Germany, Lower Saxony?, Romanesque period, 11th century
1931.462.ebone, plain weave blue silkGift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Poet and Recluse Hanshan
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1991.117hanging scroll, ink and color on silkPainting: 143.5 x 71.8 cm (56 1/2 x 28 1/4 in.); Overall with knobs: 280.5 x 90.5 cm (110 7/16 x 35 5/8 in.)Seventy-fifth anniversary gift of Leighton R. LonghiCCCC0
Fish
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1977.201hanging scroll, ink and slight color on silkPainting: 35.1 x 53.3 cm (13 13/16 x 21 in.); Overall with knobs: 124.8 x 72.5 cm (49 1/8 x 28 9/16 in.)Gift of Herbert F. Leisy in memory of his wife, Helen Stamp LeisyCCCC0
Chinese Fair
Beauvais (French) and 2 others
1944.134tapestry weave: silk and woolOverall: 308 x 293.1 cm (121 1/4 x 115 3/8 in.)The Elisabeth Severance Prentiss CollectionCCCC0
Prestige robe (riga)
Africa, West Africa, Nigeria, probably Hausa-style or Nupe-style weavers and embroiders
2013.6Cotton, silk, and indigoOverall: 120 x 226 cm (47 1/4 x 89 in.)Alma Kroeger FundCCCC0
Textile with Diamonds
Central Asia
1993.139silk, cotton, and silver thread: tabby with supplementary weftOverall: 51.5 x 30.3 cm (20 1/4 x 11 15/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Thangka with the Seventh Bodhisattva
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1991.2Silk and gold thread on silk satin ground, embroideryOverall: 43.8 x 19.5 cm (17 1/4 x 7 11/16 in.); Mounted: 56.8 x 31.8 cm (22 3/8 x 12 1/2 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Roundels with Hunters
Eastern Iran or Central Asia
1959.124Silk; samite weaveOverall: 26.5 x 25.5 cm (10 7/16 x 10 1/16 in.)Gift of The Textile Art AllianceCCCC0
Dragon; Tiger
Fachang Muqi (Chinese, 1220–1280)
1958.427Pair of hanging scrolls; ink on silkPainting: 125.2 x 57.2 cm (49 5/16 x 22 1/2 in.); Overall: 226.8 x 71.8 cm (89 5/16 x 28 1/4 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Silk with Dogs and Birds amid Vines
Italy, second half of 14th century
1977.14silk, gold thread; a combination of two weaves, 2/1 twill and plain weave (lampas)Overall: 21 x 34.9 cm (8 1/4 x 13 3/4 in.); Mounted: 29.2 x 43.2 cm (11 1/2 x 17 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Plum Blossoms in Moonlight
Yan Hui (Chinese, active 1270–1310)
1978.49album leaf, ink on silkImage: 26 x 28.3 cm (10 1/4 x 11 1/8 in.); Overall: 33.3 x 40.4 cm (13 1/8 x 15 7/8 in.)Andrew R. and Martha Holden Jennings FundCCCC0
Ducks under Reeds
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1915.117hanging scroll, ink and color on silkOverall: 122.5 x 79.4 cm (48 1/4 x 31 1/4 in.)Gift of Charles L. FreerCCCC0
A Solitary Crane in the Bamboo Grove
Tao Hong (Chinese, active c. 1610–1640)
1999.224album leaf, ink and color on silkOverall: 24.5 x 26.7 cm (9 5/8 x 10 1/2 in.)Gift of Dr. and Mrs. Sherman E. LeeCCCC0
Cloth of gold with felines and eagles
Northeast Iran
1990.2Silk and gold thread: lampasOverall: 170.5 x 109 cm (67 1/8 x 42 15/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Birds on a Peach Branch
China, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
1985.367Album leaf; ink and light color on silkOverall: 24.8 x 25.7 cm (9 3/4 x 10 1/8 in.)The Kelvin Smith Collection, given by Mrs. Kelvin SmithCCCC0
Fragment with Inscription
Iran, in the style of the Buyid period (945–1055)
1962.264Silk: lampas weaveOverall: 171 x 65 cm (67 5/16 x 25 9/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Eleven-Headed Kannon (Jūichimen Kannon)
Japan, Kamakura period (1185-1333)
1970.79hanging scroll; color and cut gold (kirikane) on silkOverall: 106.7 x 39.7 cm (42 x 15 5/8 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
The Family (In Memory of a Summer in the White Mountains)
Marguerite Zorach (American, 1887–1968)
2020.261plain weave silk; wool embroideryobject: 86.4 x 72.4 cm (34 x 28 1/2 in.); Framed: 91.4 x 77.8 cm (36 x 30 5/8 in.)Edwin R. and Harriet Pelton Perkins Memorial FundCCCC0
Relic of St. Vincent
Germany, Lower Saxony?, Romanesque period, 11th century
1931.462.fbone, plain weave undyed silkGift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Summer Mountains (after Dong Yuan [active about ad 937-975])
Huang Gongwang (Chinese, 1269–1354)
1992.1hanging scroll, ink and slight color on silkImage: 131.7 x 55.6 cm (51 7/8 x 21 7/8 in.); Overall: 257.4 x 71.2 cm (101 5/16 x 28 1/16 in.)Cornelia Blakemore Warner Bequest, by exchange, and Mr. and Mrs. William H. Marlatt FundCCCC0
Buddhist Priest's Ceremonial Robe
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1987.57silk and gold thread; embroideryOverall: 119.4 x 302.1 cm (47 x 118 15/16 in.)Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. FundCCCC0
Roundels with King Spearing Lion
Iran or Iraq, in the style of the Abbasid period (750–1258)
1971.25Silk: lampas weaveOverall: 74.2 x 85.7 cm (29 3/16 x 33 3/4 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Fragment with Senmurvs
Iran or Iraq, in the style of the Abbasid period (750–1258)
1971.22Silk: lampas weaveOverall: 101.4 x 45.7 cm (39 15/16 x 18 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Clearing Autumn Mists in the Chu Mountains
Lan Ying (Chinese, 1585–after 1664)
1971.231hanging scroll, ink and light color on silkPainting: 185.3 x 48.4 cm (72 15/16 x 19 1/16 in.); Overall with knobs: 283.5 x 71.5 cm (111 5/8 x 28 1/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
The Sand-Carrying Festival (Sunamochi Matsuri)
Sakai Basai (Japanese, dates unknown)
1991.44hanging scroll; ink and color on silkPainting only: 128.6 x 56.5 cm (50 5/8 x 22 1/4 in.); Including mounting: 193.7 x 77.5 cm (76 1/4 x 30 1/2 in.)Kelvin Smith FundCCCC0
Copy of Zhai Dakun's Landscapes in the Styles of Old Masters
Tsubaki Chinzan (Japanese, 1801–1854)
1985.251album of 10 leaves; ink and color on silkOverall: 47.7 x 34.6 cm (18 3/4 x 13 5/8 in.); Painting only: 41 x 31.5 cm (16 1/8 x 12 3/8 in.)The Kelvin Smith Collection, given by Mrs. Kelvin SmithCCCC0
Portrait of Kinokuniya Bunzaemon
Utagawa Toyokuni (Japanese, 1769–1825)
1985.276hanging scroll; ink and color on silkOverall: 136.6 x 31.5 cm (53 3/4 x 12 3/8 in.); Within painted borders: 89 x 27.3 cm (35 1/16 x 10 3/4 in.)The Kelvin Smith Collection, given by Mrs. Kelvin SmithCCCC0
Howling Wolf in a Deep Mountain Valley
Yoshimura Hōryū (Japanese, 1874–1950)
1989.474Hanging scroll; ink and color on silkOverall: 188 x 61 cm (74 x 24 in.); Painting only: 118.7 x 41.9 cm (46 3/4 x 16 1/2 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Silk with Dogs and Arabic Script in Swaying Bands
Italy, last third of 14th century
1919.17silk and silver thread; a combination of two weaves, 2/1 twill and 1/5 twill (lampas)Mounted: 46.4 x 69.2 cm (18 1/4 x 27 1/4 in.)Dudley P. Allen FundCCCC0
Palace Ladies
Qiu Ying (Chinese, 1494–1552)
1954.369handscroll, ink and color on silkOverall: 36.2 x 454.4 cm (14 1/4 x 178 7/8 in.)Gift of I. Theodore KahnCCCC0
Sumibōshi
Japan, Edo period (1615-1868)
1916.11silksatin weave; metal thread weftAverage: 257.2 x 67.3 cm (101 1/4 x 26 1/2 in.)Worcester R. Warner CollectionCCCC0
Silk fragment
Egypt or Iran, Ayyubid period, 1100s
1937.23lampas: silkOverall: 36.8 x 23.5 cm (14 1/2 x 9 1/4 in.); Mounted: 47 x 33.7 cm (18 1/2 x 13 1/4 in.)Dudley P. Allen FundCCCC0
Men's Under-Kimono (Nagajuban)
Japan, Shōwa period (1926-89)
2020.427Silk; tie-dye, printed silk crepeGift of John C. Weber©
Wisdom King of Great Awe-inspiring Power (Daiitoku Myōō)
Japan, Edo period (1615-1868)
1976.72Hanging scroll; ink, color, and gold on silkOverall: 250 x 143 cm (98 7/16 x 56 5/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Returning Peasants in a Spring Evening
Tao Hong (Chinese, active c. 1610–1640)
1999.223album leaf, ink and color on silkOverall: 24.5 x 26.7 cm (9 5/8 x 10 1/2 in.)Gift of Dr. and Mrs. Sherman E. LeeCCCC0
Portrait of an Official
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) - Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1982.35hanging scroll; ink and color on silkPainting only: 150.4 x 94.6 cm (59 3/16 x 37 1/4 in.); Including mounting: 233.7 x 123.5 cm (92 x 48 5/8 in.)The Thomas L. Fawick Memorial CollectionCCCC0
Autumn in Takao
Kiyohara Yukinobu (Japanese, 1643–1682)
1991.55hanging scroll; ink and color on silkPainting only: 89.7 x 32.7 cm (35 5/16 x 12 7/8 in.); Including mounting: 170.2 x 49.6 cm (67 x 19 1/2 in.)Seventy-fifth anniversary gift of Takashi YanagiCCCC0
Gold-Thread Embroidered Cover
Turkey, Ottoman period
1916.1288silk, gilt-metal, silver-metal, paper, cotton padding; satin weave, embroideryAverage: 194.3 x 157.5 cm (76 1/2 x 62 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Heavenly King Virudhaka
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1918.544hanging scroll, color on silkPainting only: 110 x 75.2 cm (43 5/16 x 29 5/8 in.); Overall: 243 x 95 cm (95 11/16 x 37 3/8 in.)Worcester R. Warner CollectionCCCC0
Roundels with Hunters
Eastern Iran or Central Asia
1982.284Silk; samite weaveOverall: 26 x 29 cm (10 1/4 x 11 7/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Fragments
Iran or Iraq
1968.225Silk: compound twill weaveAverage: 71 x 77 cm (27 15/16 x 30 5/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Garment
Africa, North Africa, Egypt, Aswan, unidentified makers
1916.1472Silk and mirrored glassOverall: 132.1 x 63.5 x 30.5 cm (52 x 25 x 12 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
A Pair of Rank Badges with Single Crane Motif
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
2019.78Silk, satin damask weave; silk thread embroideryobject: 25.4 x 25.4 cm (10 x 10 in.); Mounted: 43.2 x 78.1 cm (17 x 30 3/4 in.)Alma Kroeger FundCCCC0
Cap with striped inscribed silk
Egypt or Syria, Mamluk period, probably Sultanate of Nasir al-Din Muhammad, 1293-1341
1985.5Silk: lampasOverall: 11.4 x 16.5 x 16.5 cm (4 1/2 x 6 1/2 x 6 1/2 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Listening to the Qin (Zither)
Liu Songnian (Chinese, c. 1150-after 1225)
1983.85Album leaf; ink and slight color on silkImage: 23.8 x 24.6 cm (9 3/8 x 9 11/16 in.); with mat: 33.3 x 40.5 cm (13 1/8 x 15 15/16 in.)Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. FundCCCC0
Tent Hanging (Part of a Larger Piece)
India, Gujarat, Ahmadabad, 16th-early 17th century
1953.474Silk; lampas weaveOverall: 94 x 172.4 cm (37 x 67 7/8 in.)Gift of George P. BickfordCCCC0
Fragment of a Band
Italy, Sicily, Palermo, 11th-12th century
1939.46warp face pick up twill; silk and metal threadOverall: 7.7 x 5.1 cm (3 1/16 x 2 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Silk fragments
Syria
1976.76samite: silkOverall: 97.8 x 56.5 cm (38 1/2 x 22 1/4 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Decorative Band
Africa, North Africa, Morocco, Azemmour, Moroccan embroiderer
1916.1244Linen, silk, and dyeOverall: 27.9 x 80.6 cm (11 x 31 3/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Courtesan Seated on a Bench Enjoying the Evening Cool in Summer
Kamigaki Hōryū (Japanese, dates unknown)
1998.290hanging scroll, ink and color on silkOverall: 78 x 31.6 cm (30 11/16 x 12 7/16 in.)Gift of Mieko and Sebastian IzzardCCCC0
Mt. Fuji through Pines
Kubo Shunman (Japanese, 1757–1820)
1995.18hanging scroll, ink and color on silkPainting only: 90 x 30.8 cm (35 7/16 x 12 1/8 in.); Including mounting: 183.5 x 49.5 cm (72 1/4 x 19 1/2 in.)Kelvin Smith FundCCCC0
White-Robed Guanyin
Jueji Yongzhong (Chinese, active around 1300) and 1 other
1978.47.2hanging scroll; ink and gold on silkPainting: 80.7 x 25.7 cm (31 3/4 x 10 1/8 in.); Overall with knobs and cord: 168.2 x 44.5 cm (66 1/4 x 17 1/2 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Woman Looking at the Moon
Japan, Edo period (1615-1868)
1985.260hanging scroll; ink and color on silkOverall: 189.2 x 53.3 cm (74 1/2 x 21 in.); Painting only: 96.5 x 33.7 cm (38 x 13 1/4 in.)The Kelvin Smith Collection, given by Mrs. Kelvin SmithCCCC0
Demon Intoning the Name of the Buddha
Suzuki Shōnen (Japanese, 1849–1918)
1991.77hanging scroll; ink and color on silkOverall: 194.4 x 61 cm (76 9/16 x 24 in.); Painting only: 106 x 42 cm (41 3/4 x 16 9/16 in.)Kelvin Smith FundCCCC0
Birds on a Tree above a Cataract
Li Di (Chinese, c. 1100-c. 1192)
1964.155album leaf, ink and color on silkImage: 24.8 x 26.1 cm (9 3/4 x 10 1/4 in.)Gift of Mrs. A. Dean PerryCCCC0
Two Beauties
Kitao Shigemasa (Japanese, 1739–1819)
1985.274hanging scroll, pillar painting: ink and color on silkPainting only: 104.8 x 15.5 cm (41 1/4 x 6 1/8 in.); Including mounting: 175.3 x 32.7 cm (69 x 12 7/8 in.)The Kelvin Smith Collection, given by Mrs. Kelvin SmithCCCC0
Herdboys and Buffalo in Landscapes
Guo Min (Chinese, mid-late 1200s)
1999.216Pair of hanging scrolls; ink on silkPainting: 92.7 x 56.5 cm (36 1/2 x 22 1/4 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Ghost and Oil Lamp
Tani Bun'ichi (Japanese, 1787–1818)
1992.71hanging scroll, ink, color, and gold on silkPainting only: 109.2 x 48.9 cm (43 x 19 1/4 in.); Including mounting: 187.3 x 65.4 cm (73 3/4 x 25 3/4 in.)Kelvin Smith FundCCCC0
Part of a Skirt (Ghaghara)
Western India, Gujarat, possibly Kutch
1925.794silk satin embroidered with silk in "ari" chain stitchOverall: 83.8 x 35.9 cm (33 x 14 1/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Returning to the Village in a Rainstorm
Xie Shichen (Chinese, 1487–after 1567)
1975.94Handscroll; ink and light color on silkOverall: 40.3 x 425.4 cm (15 7/8 x 167 1/2 in.)Mr. and Mrs. William H. Marlatt FundCCCC0
Panel
Russia, Tambov province
1931.71Linen: plain weave; silk: embroideryOverall: 13.3 x 41.2 cm (5 1/4 x 16 1/4 in.)Gift of Jane HammondCCCC0
Silk Veil
India, 19th - 20th century
1916.1191tritik (stitch resist); silkOverall: 196.2 x 47 cm (77 1/4 x 18 1/2 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Cloth with Floral Sea Design
Arthur Silver (British, 1853–1896)
1950.348roller printed silkOverall: 120.4 x 91.4 cm (47 3/8 x 36 in.)Gift of Henry Hunt ClarkCCCC0
Silk Fragment
Iran or Iraq, mid or 2nd half of 14th century
1943.51tabby weave with supplementary weft; silkOverall: 11.5 x 16 cm (4 1/2 x 6 5/16 in.)Gift of The Textile Arts ClubCCCC0
Pair of Portraits of Samurai-Officials: Hirai Kyosei and Hirai Rinsei
Sando Hyosho (Japanese) and 1 other
1999.89hanging scrolls; ink and color on silkJohn L. Severance FundCCCC0
Fragment with lions and griffins in combat
Iran ?, in the style of the Buyid period (945–1055)
1968.221Silk: lampas weaveOverall: 50.8 x 71.1 cm (20 x 28 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Cloth of gold with winged lions and griffins
Central Asia
1989.50Silk and gold thread: lampasOverall: 124 x 48.8 cm (48 13/16 x 19 3/16 in.); Mounted: 135.6 x 59.4 cm (53 3/8 x 23 3/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Rank Badge (buzi)
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1985.32silk; slit tapestry weave (kesi)Overall: 32 x 36.1 cm (12 5/8 x 14 3/16 in.)Dudley P. Allen FundCCCC0
Rank Badge (buzi)
China, Qing dynasty (1644–1911), Qianlong reign (1736–95)
1948.69silk, satin weave; silk embroideryOverall: 31.8 x 30.5 cm (12 1/2 x 12 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Monju with Five Hair Knots
Japan, Kamakura period (1185-1333)
1971.21Hanging scroll; ink, color, gold, and cut gold on silkOverall: 102 x 42.6 cm (40 3/16 x 16 3/4 in.); with knobs: 190.5 x 65.5 cm (75 x 25 13/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Old Trees by a Cool Spring
Li Shixing (Chinese, 1283–1328)
1970.41hanging scroll, ink on silkImage: 165.7 x 108.6 cm (65 1/4 x 42 3/4 in.); Overall with knobs: 280.5 x 117.5 cm (110 7/16 x 46 1/4 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Cap
India
1916.1477Velvet embroidered with gilt-silver–wrapped silk thread (zari); silk: lining; rubies, pearls, and spinelsOverall: 6.3 x 15.2 x 15.2 cm (2 1/2 x 6 x 6 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Fragmentary Chasuble with Woven Orphrey Band
Italy (Chasuble) and Germany (Orphrey)
1928.653Silk and gold thread, lampas weave; embroidered orphreyOverall: 106.7 x 68.6 cm (42 x 27 in.); Mounted: 123.2 x 82.5 cm (48 1/2 x 32 1/2 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Flowers and Rocks
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1915.116hanging scroll, color on silkOverall: 162.6 x 48.6 cm (64 x 19 1/8 in.)Gift of Charles L. FreerCCCC0
Panel
Russia, Tambov province
1931.72Linen: plain weave; silk; embroideryOverall: 14.6 x 46 cm (5 3/4 x 18 1/8 in.)Gift of Kathleen Van MeterCCCC0
Shepherds in a Round Dance
Netherlands, early 16th century
1939.158tapestry weave: wool and silkOverall: 360.5 x 401.1 cm (141 15/16 x 157 15/16 in.)Gift of Leonard C. Hanna, Jr., for the Coralie Walker Hanna Memorial CollectionCCCC0
Water-Moon Kannon (Suigetsu Kannon)
Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912)
1992.119hanging scroll, ink, gold, silver, color, and cut gold-leaf on silkPainting: 104.5 x 41.9 cm (41 1/8 x 16 1/2 in.); Overall with knobs: 188.9 x 64.8 cm (74 3/8 x 25 1/2 in.)Mr. and Mrs. William H. Marlatt FundCCCC0
Headdress (beniqa)
Africa, North Africa, Algeria, Algerian embroiderer
1916.1221Linen, silk, and metalOverall: 210.8 x 17.1 cm (83 x 6 3/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Panel from a Head Covering (‘ajar)
Africa, North Africa, Tunisia, probably Testour or Tunis, Tunisian weaver
1953.320Silk: plain cloth, brocadedOverall: 117.2 x 53.4 cm (46 1/8 x 21 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Shakyamuni Triad: Buddha Attended by Manjushri and Samantabhadra
China, Fuzhou, Fujian Province, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368)
2009.342Set of three hanging scrolls; ink and color on silkPainting: 106.9 x 46.4 cm (42 1/16 x 18 1/4 in.); Overall with knobs: 192 x 66.7 cm (75 9/16 x 26 1/4 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Part of a sari
India, Mughal, Aurangabad, 18th-19th century
1925.670central panel plain weave (paired weft): silk and metal thread; tapestry weave borderOverall: 58.4 x 120.7 cm (23 x 47 1/2 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Silk with lattice of animals in medallions
Egypt or Syria
1952.103Silk: samiteOverall: 25.7 x 34 cm (10 1/8 x 13 3/8 in.); Mounted: 32.4 x 40.6 cm (12 3/4 x 16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Ananas (Pineapples)
Charles Martin (French, 1848–1934) and 1 other
1926.559patterned weave, Jacquard loom; silkOverall: 248.3 x 129.9 cm (97 3/4 x 51 1/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade Fund©
The Flute Player from Set Les Beaux Pastorales
Beauvais (French) and 1 other
1942.822tapestry weave: silk and woolOverall: 363.1 x 375.7 cm (142 15/16 x 147 15/16 in.)Bequest of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Ephemera Bundle
Sheila Hicks (American, b. 1934)
1992.250wrapping, silkOverall: 33.7 x 27 x 11.5 cm (13 1/4 x 10 5/8 x 4 1/2 in.)Gift of Mildred Constantine©
Alhambra hanging fragment with decorated bands
Spain, Granada
1927.378Silk: lampas and taqueté weaveOverall: 37.8 x 25.1 cm (14 7/8 x 9 7/8 in.); Mounted: 46.7 x 28.9 cm (18 3/8 x 11 3/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Panel for a Headdress
Russia, Tambov province
1931.75Linen: plain weave; silk: embroideryOverall: 10.5 x 16.2 cm (4 1/8 x 6 3/8 in.)Gift of Charla CoatoamCCCC0
Narcissus and Rocks
Lu Tianru (Chinese, first half of 1400s)
1974.28hanging scroll, ink on silkOverall: 66.8 x 42.8 cm (26 5/16 x 16 7/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Pair of Headpieces
China, Liao dynasty (907-1125)
1995.109embroidery, silkOverall: 22.3 x 53.8 cm (8 3/4 x 21 3/16 in.)Gift of Lisbet HolmesCCCC0
Christ Gathering Roses, Centerpiece of an Altar Cloth(?)
Germany
2021.238Linen: plain weave; silk: embroidery (split stitch)Overall: 85.1 x 92.1 cm (33 1/2 x 36 1/4 in.)Gift of Elizabeth and Martin David in memory of the Heidenhain familyCCCC0
Strip of Brocade
England, Spitalfields, late 18th century
1929.837silkOverall: 57.2 x 50.8 cm (22 1/2 x 20 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Silk Brocade
England, Spitalfields ?, 18th century
1939.33silkOverall: 106.7 x 54.3 cm (42 x 21 3/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
The Haven of the Peach-Blossom Spring
Shi Rui (Chinese, c. 1400-c. 1470)
1952.283Album leaf; ink and slight color on silkImage: 24.7 x 22.2 cm (9 3/4 x 8 3/4 in.); Overall: 66.7 x 40.4 cm (26 1/4 x 15 7/8 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Striped fragment
Egypt or Syria, Mamluk period
1919.28tabby and fancy weave; silk and goldOverall: 20.4 x 24.2 cm (8 1/16 x 9 1/2 in.)Dudley P. Allen FundCCCC0
Orchids and Rocks
Yi Ha-eung (Korean, 1820–1898)
2015.138Eight-panel folding screen; ink on silkOverall: 185 x 52.6 cm (72 13/16 x 20 11/16 in.); Each panel: 111.9 x 1.5 cm (44 1/16 x 9/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Mandala of the Four Deities of Mt. Kōya
Japan, Muromachi period (1392–1573)
1999.262hanging scroll, ink, color and cut gold foil on silkOverall: 178.6 x 56.3 cm (70 5/16 x 22 3/16 in.); Painting only: 97.5 x 39.3 cm (38 3/8 x 15 1/2 in.)Gift of Rosemarie and Leighton LonghiCCCC0
Tomb Cover
Iraq or Iran, in the style of the Buyid period (945–1055)
1954.780compound tabby; silkOverall: 210.2 x 102.5 cm (82 3/4 x 40 3/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Bamboo and Ducks by a Rushing Stream
Ma Yuan (Chinese, c. 1150-after 1255)
1967.145hanging scroll, ink and light color on silkOverall: 61 x 37 cm (24 x 14 9/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Achala, King of the Wrathful Ones (previously identified as Vighnantaka)
Mongolia, Tangut Xia, Khara Khoto (1032-1227), early 13th century
1992.72thangka, silk tapestryOverall: 100.6 x 74.3 cm (39 5/8 x 29 1/4 in.); Mounted: 111.1 x 83.8 x 7 cm (43 3/4 x 33 x 2 3/4 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Vase of Flowers with Grasshopper, Marine Life, and Garden Rock
Okabe Ko (Japanese)
1990.68hanging scroll; ink and color on silkOverall: 170.2 x 87.7 cm (67 x 34 1/2 in.); Painting only: 126.4 x 56 cm (49 3/4 x 22 1/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Carrying a Qin on a Visit
Luo Zhichuan (Chinese, active 1280s–1320s)
1919.974hanging scroll (now paneled), ink on silkPainting: 81.4 x 35.3 cm (32 1/16 x 13 7/8 in.); Overall: 170.5 x 49.1 cm (67 1/8 x 19 5/16 in.)General Income FundCCCC0
Lampas with roundels of the image of Christ in benedictory pose
Turkey, Bursa, Ottoman period
1916.1423Silk and gilt-metal thread: lampasOverall: 36.5 x 33.7 cm (14 3/8 x 13 1/4 in.); Mounted: 41.3 x 38.7 cm (16 1/4 x 15 1/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Curtain
Africa, North Africa, Tunisia, Djerba, Tunisian weaver(s) and embroiderer(s)
1916.1361Silk, linen, metal, and dyeOverall: 281 x 157.7 cm (110 5/8 x 62 1/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Cap
Syria or Egypt, Mamluk Dynasty (1250–1517)
1950.510lampas, quilted: silkOverall: 11.4 x 16.5 x 16.5 cm (4 1/2 x 6 1/2 x 6 1/2 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Fragment with falconer and attendant in animated lattice, from a robe
Iran, Kashan, Safavid period (1501–1722)
1944.239Silk: velvet, brocaded, pile-warp substitution; gilt-metal threadOverall: 79.4 x 66.7 cm (31 1/4 x 26 1/4 in.); Mounted: 89.5 x 74.9 cm (35 1/4 x 29 1/2 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Coquillages (Shells)
Raoul Dufy (French, 1877–1953)
1926.558patterned weave, Jacquard loom; silkOverall: 238.8 x 102.9 cm (94 x 40 1/2 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade Fund©
Noh Costume (Chōken)
Japan, Edo period (1615-1868)
1916.1gauze; silkOverall: 82.5 x 159.4 cm (32 1/2 x 62 3/4 in.)Worcester R. Warner CollectionCCCC0
Unlined Kimono (Hitoe)
Japan, Shōwa period (1926-89)
2020.430Stiffened silk gauze127 x 167.6 cm (50 x 66 in.)Gift of John C. Weber©
Long Sampler
Germany, late 18th century
1942.500embroidery; silk on linenOverall: 101.6 x 30.5 cm (40 x 12 in.)The Mary Pack McNairy Collection, Gift of Gladys McNairy White and Elisabeth McNairy Monroe in memory of their motherCCCC0
Calligraphy
Tanomura Chikuden (Japanese, 1777–1835)
1972.117.1.13double-leaf from a pair of albums; ink on silkSheet: 25.2 x 18.3 cm (9 15/16 x 7 3/16 in.)Gift of Mary B. Lee, C. Bingham Blossom, Dudley S. Blossom III, Laurel B. Kovacik, and Elizabeth B. Blossom, in memory of Elizabeth B. BlossomCCCC0
Fragment with Double-Headed "Simurgh"-Eagles
Iran or Iraq
1953.434Silk: lampas weaveOverall: 47.6 x 49.5 cm (18 3/4 x 19 1/2 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Landscape with Flying Geese
Ma Lin (Chinese, c. 1185–after 1260)
1952.285Album leaf; ink and slight color on silkImage: 25.5 x 26.5 cm (10 1/16 x 10 7/16 in.); with mat: 33.3 x 40.5 cm (13 1/8 x 15 15/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Sleeping Bird on a Prunus Branch
Bian Wenjin (Chinese, about 1354–1428)
1967.249album leaf, ink on silkOverall: 24.3 x 21 cm (9 9/16 x 8 1/4 in.)Gift of Dr. and Mrs. Sherman E. LeeCCCC0
Textile Fragment with the Annunciation
Italy
1931.61Silk with gold thread; lampas weaveOverall: 23.2 x 47.6 cm (9 1/8 x 18 3/4 in.); Mounted: 28.6 x 53.3 cm (11 1/4 x 21 in.)Dudley P. Allen FundCCCC0
Album of Paintings by the Venerable Zeshin
Shibata Zeshin (Japanese, 1807–1891)
1990.130accordion-style album of 12 leaves; ink, color, and gold on silkAlbum, closed: 26 x 24.1 cm (10 1/4 x 9 1/2 in.); Album, opened: 26.1 x 48.6 cm (10 1/4 x 19 1/8 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Four Seasons
Gobelins Manufactory (France, Paris, est. 1662)
1952.544Wool, silk, and gold filé; tapestry weaveAverage: 256.5 x 264.2 cm (101 x 104 in.)Gift of Francis Ginn, Marian Ginn Jones, Barbara Ginn Griesinger, and Alexander Ginn in memory of Frank Hadley Ginn and Cornelia Root GinnCCCC0
Buddhist Vestment (Kesa)
Japan, Meiji period (1868–1912)
1916.1341silk; metal threadOverall: 118 x 223.5 cm (46 7/16 x 88 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Fragment with "Petworth" Design
Liberty and Company (British)
1959.120roller printed silkOverall: 93.6 x 67.8 cm (36 7/8 x 26 11/16 in.)Gift of Henry Hunt ClarkCCCC0
Darning Sampler
Willemijntje Elisabeth Wakker (Dutch, b. 1875)
1943.110Silk on linen, embroideryOverall: 47.3 x 47.3 cm (18 5/8 x 18 5/8 in.)Gift of George W. BierceCCCC0
Sampler
Anna Wakker (Dutch, 1871–1917)
1943.98embroidery; silk on cottonOverall: 48.6 x 41.3 cm (19 1/8 x 16 1/4 in.)Gift of George W. BierceCCCC0
Wedding Obi
Japan, Shōwa period (1926–89)
2023.109Silk and metal threadOverall: 32.1 x 408.3 cm (12 5/8 x 160 3/4 in.)Gift of Barbara S. Robinson and Family©
Yang Guifei Leaving the Bath
Gu Jianlong (Chinese, 1606–after 1689)
2017.65Hanging scroll; ink, colors and gold on silkPainting only: 96.5 x 44.1 cm (38 x 17 3/8 in.); Overall with knobs: 231.8 x 73 cm (91 1/4 x 28 3/4 in.)Gift of The MCH FoundationCCCC0
Swallow and Lotus
Fachang Muqi (Chinese, 1220–1280)
1981.34Hanging scroll; ink on silkImage: 91.8 x 47 cm (36 1/8 x 18 1/2 in.); Mounted: 195.5 x 63.6 cm (76 15/16 x 25 1/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Embroidered Welcoming Descent of Amida Triad
Japan, Muromachi period (1392–1573)
1966.513Hanging scroll; silk and human hair embroideryEmbroidery: 109.1 x 37.2 cm (42 15/16 x 14 5/8 in.); Mounted: 173.1 x 49.4 cm (68 1/8 x 19 7/16 in.)Gift of the American Foundation for the Maud E. and Warren H. Corning Botanical CollectionCCCC0
Buddhist Vestment (Kesa)
Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912)
1916.1340silk with supplementary weft, brocaded; metal threadOverall: 119.4 x 205.7 cm (47 x 81 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Jacket (Haori)
Japan, Taishō period (1912-26) to Shōwa period (1926-89)
2020.425Silk, tie-dye127 x 99.1 cm (50 x 39 in.)Gift of John C. Weber©
Lotus-blossom petal canopy
probably eastern India
2006.136silk: lampasOverall: 186.7 x 175.7 cm (73 1/2 x 69 3/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Silk Textile
Italy, 17th century
1939.147silkAverage: 105.5 x 91.5 cm (41 9/16 x 36 in.)Gift of Leonard C. Hanna, Jr., for the Coralie Walker Hanna Memorial CollectionCCCC0
Length of Silk Brocade
England, Spitalfields, 18th century
1976.49silkOverall: 102 x 50.5 cm (40 3/16 x 19 7/8 in.)Gift of Mrs. David B. ParkinsonCCCC0
Brocade with Djeiran Gazing at the Moon
China, Jin dynasty (1115-1234)
1991.4Silk and gold thread; tabby, brocadedOverall: 109.8 x 38.5 cm (43 1/4 x 15 3/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Virgin and Child with Four Saints
Germany or Switzerland, Upper Rhine
1939.162tapestry weave: linen warp, wool and silk weftsOverall: 78.7 x 154.9 cm (31 x 61 in.)Gift of Leonard C. Hanna, Jr., for the Coralie Walker Hanna Memorial CollectionCCCC0
Semi-formal Court Robe (Jifu)
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), Jiaqing period (1796-1820)
1983.32Silk: satin weave; silk and metal thread: embroiderywidth across shoulders: 226.1 cm (89 in.); length back of neck to hem: 154.9 cm (61 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
The Nine Elders of the Mountain of Fragrance
Xie Huan (Chinese, c. 1370-c.1450)
1997.99handscroll, ink and color on silkPainting: 29.4 x 148.9 cm (11 9/16 x 58 5/8 in.)Bequest of Mrs. A. Dean PerryCCCC0
Kimono
Japan, Shōwa period (1926-89)
2020.424Raw silk (tsumugi); ikat weave162.6 x 127 cm (64 x 50 in.)Gift of John C. Weber©
Embroidery with Birds
China, Tang dynasty (618-906)
1994.96embroidery, silk thread on silk groundOverall: 157.5 x 25.7 cm (62 x 10 1/8 in.)Andrew R. and Martha Holden Jennings FundCCCC0
River Village:  Fisherman's Joy
Zhao Mengfu (Chinese, 1254–1322)
1978.66Fan painting mounted as album leaf; ink and color on silkOverall: 28.6 x 30 cm (11 1/4 x 11 13/16 in.)Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. FundCCCC0
Fragment
China, 19th century
1920.781silkOverall: 26.1 x 22.3 cm (10 1/4 x 8 3/4 in.)General Income FundCCCC0
Fragment of Silk Damask
Spain, 16th century
1928.184silkOverall: 18.5 x 14.6 cm (7 5/16 x 5 3/4 in.)Gift of H. A. ElsbergCCCC0
Textile with Phoenixes and Dragons
China, Yuan dynasty (1260-1368)
1995.73Silk and gold thread; lampasOverall: 20.3 x 20 cm (8 x 7 7/8 in.); Mounted: 31.4 x 31.1 cm (12 3/8 x 12 1/4 in.)Edward L. Whittemore FundCCCC0
Brocade
Iran, 18th century
1924.1043silkOverall: 78.5 x 50.8 cm (30 7/8 x 20 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Bamboo and Insects
Wu Bing (Chinese, active 1190–1194)
1964.154Album leaf; fan painting, ink on silkImage: 24.8 x 26.8 cm (9 3/4 x 10 9/16 in.)Gift of Mrs. A. Dean PerryCCCC0
Fragment with Inscription
Iraq, Basrah, in the style of the Abbasid period (750–1258)
1982.17Silk: compound weaveOverall: 66.5 x 45 cm (26 3/16 x 17 11/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Rank Badge (buzi)
China, Qing dynasty (1644–1911), Qianlong reign (1736–95)
1948.71Silk: satin weave; silk and metal thread: embroideryOverall: 25.4 x 25.1 cm (10 x 9 7/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Silk fragment with scrolling vines, grape leaves, grapes, and birds
Italy
1971.75Silk: lampas weaveOverall: 24.1 x 25.4 cm (9 1/2 x 10 in.); Mounted: 32.7 x 34.3 cm (12 7/8 x 13 1/2 in.)Florence and Charles Abel Oriental Rug Collection by exchangeCCCC0
Watching the Deer by a Pine Shaded Stream
Ma Yuan (Chinese, c. 1150-after 1255)
1997.88Album leaf; ink and light color on silkOverall: 33.7 x 39.3 cm (13 1/4 x 15 1/2 in.); with cover: 67.5 x 39.3 cm (26 9/16 x 15 1/2 in.)Bequest of Mrs. A. Dean PerryCCCC0
Brocade with Soaring Phoenixes among Clouds
China, Jin dynasty (1115-1234)
1994.292Silk and gold thread; tabby, brocadedOverall: 56.2 x 62.2 cm (22 1/8 x 24 1/2 in.); Mounted: 69.5 x 74 cm (27 3/8 x 29 1/8 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Fragment with star and cross design from the tomb of Don Felipe
Spain, probably Almeria
1939.39taqueté: silk and gold threadAverage: 54.6 x 38.1 cm (21 1/2 x 15 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Fragment with confronted animal medallions and kufic bands
Iran
1950.84Silk: diasper, tabby weaveOverall: 39.6 x 45.4 cm (15 9/16 x 17 7/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Mingling of Clear and Muddy Water at the Junction of the Jing and Wei...
China, Qing dynasty (1644–1911), Qianlong reign (1736–95)
1915.618Handscroll, silk: tapestry weave; ink and colors; silk: embroideryOverall: 273 x 29.6 x 34.5 cm (107 1/2 x 11 5/8 x 13 9/16 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Fragment
France, 18th century, Period of Louis XV (1723-1774)
1936.414silk, gold and silver filé, silver stripsOverall: 61 x 53.3 cm (24 x 21 in.)Gift of The Textile Arts ClubCCCC0
Wedding Fan
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1918.558Copper alloy; satin weave silk; silk and metal thread embroidery; and paperDiameter: 25.6 cm (10 1/16 in.)Director's Contingent FundCCCC0
General Guo Ziyi’s Birthday Banquet
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
2020.87Eight-panel folding screen, embroidery on silkPainting: 60.9 x 30 cm (24 x 11 13/16 in.); Overall framed: 195.2 x 332.4 cm (76 7/8 x 130 7/8 in.)gift of the honorable Joseph P. Carroll, KM, and Roberta Carroll, M.D., in recognition of the contribution of Marjorie Williams to the development of The Cleveland Museum of ArtCCCC0
Relic of St. Marcian
Germany, Lower Saxony?, Romanesque period, 11th century
1931.462.hPlain weave green silk with an extant selvageGift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Border
Russia, Nizhny-Novgorod province, early 19th century
1931.137plain weave silk (est.) ground with polychrome silk (est.) and metal thread chain stitch embroidery; applied silk (est.) ribbon and metal thread trimsOverall: 28 x 93 cm (11 x 36 5/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Square Ornament from a Tunic
Egypt or Syria, Umayyad period (661–750) or Abbasid period (750–1258)
1947.192Silk; complementary weft-faced twill weave with inner warps (samite)Overall: 23.5 x 24.2 cm (9 1/4 x 9 1/2 in.); Mounted: 31.1 x 31.8 cm (12 1/4 x 12 1/2 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Nō Costume (Nuihaku) with  Blossoming Trees and Flowers
Japan, Edo period (1615-1868)
1974.36embroidery, silk and applied gold leaf on silk groundOverall: 164 x 138 cm (64 9/16 x 54 5/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Altar Frontal with the Lamentation
Cosimo Tura (Italian, c. 1430–1495) and 1 other
1950.145Wool, silk, gold and silver threadsOverall: 104.2 x 199.4 cm (41 x 78 1/2 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Man's surcoat (khalat)
Uzbekistan, Shahr-i Sabz
1916.1412Silk: embroidery, cross-stitchOverall: 150 x 218.4 cm (59 1/16 x 86 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Ancient Chinese Bronzes
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
2020.86Ten-panel folding screen; embroidery, gold silk threads on black silkEach panel: 147.3 x 34.5 cm (58 x 13 9/16 in.); Overall framed: 224.9 x 493.2 cm (88 9/16 x 194 3/16 in.)Gift of the Honorable Joseph P. Carroll, KM, and Roberta Carroll, M.D., in recognition of the contribution of Marjorie Williams to the development of The Cleveland Museum of ArtCCCC0
Summer Kimono with Cherry and Plum Blossoms
Japan, Shōwa period (1926-89)
2020.429Silk; leno weave with tie-dyeGift of John C. Weber©
Quilted cap with star-patterned silk
Iran or Iraq, Buyid or Seljuq period
1950.525lampas: silkOverall: 22 x 20 x 20 cm (8 11/16 x 7 7/8 x 7 7/8 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Canopy with Dragon among Flowers
China, Center: Southern Song dynasty (1127-1270) Border: Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
1995.1Center: silk, gold, tapestry weave (kesi). Border: silk, gold, lampas weaveOverall: 87 x 84.5 cm (34 1/4 x 33 1/4 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Gibbons Reaching for the Moon
Kano Tan’yū (Japanese, 1602–1674)
2015.478Hanging scroll; ink and light color on silkPainting: 170 x 33.9 cm (66 15/16 x 13 3/8 in.); Overall with knobs: 234 x 40.1 cm (92 1/8 x 15 13/16 in.)Gift from the Collection of George Gund IIICCCC0
Silk with Art Nouveau Design
Georges de Feure (French, 1868–1943)
1946.409patterned weave; silkOverall: 58.1 x 123.5 cm (22 7/8 x 48 5/8 in.)Gift of Henry Hunt Clark©
The Fourth King of Hell
Korea, Goryeo dynasty (918-1392)
2019.224Hanging scroll; ink, color, and gold ink on silkImage: 63 x 45.3 cm (24 13/16 x 17 13/16 in.); Overall: 136.2 x 58.9 cm (53 5/8 x 23 3/16 in.)Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. Fund and museum purchase from various donors by exchange and Partial Gift of The Honorable Joseph P. Carroll and Roberta Carroll, M.D.CCCC0
Fragments of Silk
Spain, 17th century
1919.546silkAverage: 42.6 x 20.3 cm (16 3/4 x 8 in.)Gift of Miss Caroline E. CoitCCCC0
Monju Riding Lion with Attendants
Japan, Kamakura period (1185-1333)
1986.1Hanging scroll; ink and color on silkImage: 96 x 60.5 cm (37 13/16 x 23 13/16 in.); Overall: 195.6 x 88.9 cm (77 x 35 in.)Mr. and Mrs. William H. Marlatt FundCCCC0
Album of Textile Samples
Japan, 18th century
1917.948silkOverall: 45.1 x 31.5 x 4.5 cm (17 3/4 x 12 3/8 x 1 3/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Ralph KingCCCC0
Samite fragment with hunters
Eastern Iran or Central Asia
1974.98compound twill, silkOverall: 22 x 41.8 cm (8 11/16 x 16 7/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Peach Blossoms and Willows
Okada Hankō (Japanese, 1782–1845)
1972.117.1.3leaf from a pair of folding-albums; ink and color on silkSheet: 26.1 x 18.4 cm (10 1/4 x 7 1/4 in.)Gift of Mary B. Lee, C. Bingham Blossom, Dudley S. Blossom III, Laurel B. Kovacik, and Elizabeth B. Blossom, in memory of Elizabeth B. BlossomCCCC0
Guilloche band, from a dalmatic of San Valero
Spain, probably Almeria
1928.650tapestry weave: silk and gold threadOverall: 6.1 x 26.1 cm (2 3/8 x 10 1/4 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Silk Fragment
Spain, Islamic period, 14th century
1939.36diasper weave; silkAverage: 36.9 x 70.8 cm (14 1/2 x 27 7/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Good Things Come in Pairs 8
Peng Wei (Chinese, b. 1974)
2017.64Silk: plain weave, painted with ink and colors28 x 18 x 5 cm (11 x 7 1/16 x 1 15/16 in.)Dudley P. Allen Fund©
Stenciled Velvet
Dorothy Marshall Hornblower (American, 1886–1968) and 1 other
1948.102plain silk velvet stencilled with vegetable dyesOverall: 22 x 30.8 cm (8 11/16 x 12 1/8 in.); Mounted: 28.6 x 36.8 cm (11 1/4 x 14 1/2 in.)Gift of Joseph F. SindelarCCCC0
Untitled
Chihaya Nakagawa (Japanese)
1996.174wrapping: wool, lurex, and silkOverall: 20.4 x 20.4 x 6.8 cm (8 1/16 x 8 1/16 x 2 11/16 in.)Gift of Mildred Constantine©
Fragment with Tulip and Flower Design
Liberty and Company (British)
1959.119roller printed silkOverall: 94.9 x 67.6 cm (37 3/8 x 26 5/8 in.)Gift of Henry Hunt ClarkCCCC0
Striped fragment
Egypt or Syria, Mamluk period
1919.1004tabby and fancy weave; silk and goldOverall: 23.2 x 18.5 cm (9 1/8 x 7 5/16 in.)Dudley P. Allen FundCCCC0
Scholar-Hermits in the Autumn Mountains
Tang Yin (Chinese, 1470–1523)
1976.94handscroll, ink and light color on silkOverall: 28.6 x 232.4 cm (11 1/4 x 91 1/2 in.)Andrew R. and Martha Holden Jennings FundCCCC0
Tent Wall Panel(?)
Iran, Rasht, Qajar period (1779-1925)
1916.1297Wool: inlaid work; silk: embroidery, chain stitchOverall: 194.9 x 132.7 cm (76 3/4 x 52 1/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Medicine Master Buddha and the Twelve Divine Generals
Japan, Kamakura period (1185-1333)
1938.422Hanging scroll painting; ink, color, gold, and silver on silkImage: 151.2 x 84.1 cm (59 1/2 x 33 1/8 in.); Overall: 261 x 106.6 cm (102 3/4 x 41 15/16 in.); with knobs: 261 x 113.3 cm (102 3/4 x 44 5/8 in.)Edward L. Whittemore FundCCCC0
Kerchief (Tensifa)
Algeria, 18th-19th century
1916.1238embroidery: silk, gold, and silver on linenOverall: 241.9 x 39.4 cm (95 1/4 x 15 1/2 in.)Gift of J. H. WadeCCCC0
Khusrau Surprising Shirin While Bathing
Iran, Kashan, Safavid period (1501-1722)
1944.499Silk: velvet, pile-warp substitutionMounted: 44.5 x 26.7 cm (17 1/2 x 10 1/2 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
The Football Players
Ma Yuan (Chinese, c. 1150-after 1255)
1971.26Hanging scroll; ink and light color on silkImage: 115.6 x 55.3 cm (45 1/2 x 21 3/4 in.); Overall: 214.8 x 78 cm (84 9/16 x 30 11/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur CowettCCCC0
Fragment with curving vine and palmette leaves
Spain, Granada
1918.183Silk: lampas weaveOverall: 29.9 x 20 cm (11 3/4 x 7 7/8 in.); Mounted: 39.1 x 28.9 cm (15 3/8 x 11 3/8 in.)Dudley P. Allen FundCCCC0
Birds in a Grove in a Mountainous Winter Landscape
Gao Tao (Chinese, 1100s)
1966.115hanging scroll, ink and slight color on silkOverall: 174.9 x 90.2 cm (68 7/8 x 35 1/2 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Woman’s Robe (munisak)
Uzbekistan, Bukhara
2009.267Silk: velvet ikatOverall: 132.1 x 150 cm (52 x 59 1/16 in.)Gift of Arlene C. CooperCCCC0