Scroll Cover for Imperial Calligraphy
| Title | Scroll Cover for Imperial Calligraphy |
|---|---|
| Medium | Silk and metal thread tapestry (kesi) |
| Classification | Textiles-Tapestries |
| Origin | China China |
| Holding institution | The Metropolitan Museum of Art |
| Credit line | Fletcher Fund, 1941 |
| Rights | Public domain (CC0). Free to use for any purpose. |
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