Antiques Chinese Dynasty Skirt Fabric Framed Wall Art Decor GB366S Birdcage a string of black calligraphy

a string of black calligraphy and a red artist’s seal provide a classic poetic anchor against the clean white background

Mazu is the Chinese Patron goddess who is said to protect seafarers - fishermen and sailors

The side supports are particularly noteworthy

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"Song Zi" means bringing babies

Antiques Chinese Dynasty Skirt Fabric Framed Wall Art Decor GB366S Birdcage a string of black calligraphyThis framed textile presents a fine example of a Late Qing Dynasty Mamianqun (Horse Face Skirt), traditionally worn by Han Chinese women. Set against a neutral cream backing within a gilded ornamental frame, the skirt panel is crafted from a refined celadon green silk damask. The central "horse face" panelthe flat, unpleated sectionfeatures elaborate forbidden stitch (seed stitch) and satin stitch embroidery depicting a large, multi petaled peony and