Silk Embroidery - 'Flowers and Butterflies' spo-notify-me-disabled This one depicts the wife

This one depicts the wife of a high ranking official in burgundy coloured robes

They are great used as bookends or door stops

Traditionally used in China for carrying food such as vegetables and fruit

circa 1900

They feature the usual circular brass door and drawer hardware and hinges

Silk Embroidery - 'Flowers and Butterflies' spo-notify-me-disabled This one depicts the wifeThis lovely framed embroidery is a reproduction of a traditional Chinese design, showing peony flowers and large butterflies. The peony is a symbol for nobility in China, whilst the butterflies represent long life and happiness. The embroidery is supplied mounted and framed as shown.