Chinese Tapestry, Embroidered In Silk, 1890

Chinese tapestry made at the end of the 19th century, most probably from the late Qing period.
It is a form of textile art somewhere between craftsmanship and artistic representation, made by hand on a loom and intended to cover walls. The tapestry in question depicts a group scene with high-ranking figures depicted in elegant and richly detailed clothing. This type of representation was common in decorative panels of the Qing period, which often celebrated heroic figures. The way the figures are arranged represents a continuous visual narrative where each has a specific role. Tapestries of this type were displayed in ceremonial contexts or as decorations for palaces, emphasising social status and family traditions.
The total measurements are 74x305 cm, embroidered in silk with the addition of metal beads for details of the characters' clothing.
The state of preservation is good.