Chinese Silk Embroidery "Eight Immortals" (八仙) Large Framed — Museum Quality

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View Chinese Silk Embroidery "Eight Immortals" (八仙) Large Framed — Museum Quality with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Fine shading throughout gives depth and painterly realism rarely seen in embroidered work. A rare opportunity to acquire a large-format, high-quality Chinese silk embroidery. Executed on silk ground fabric with silk threads throughout. 24 x 11 image 32 x 18 framed under glass This is an exceptional example of fine Chinese silk embroidery depicting the Eight Immortals (八仙) gathered in a classical landscape setting with pine trees, flowering branches, and scholar's implements. The title inscription 儒中八仙 ("Eight Immortals Among Scholars") appears in the upper left in traditional Chinese characters. The craftsmanship is extraordinary: Thousands of individual French knots form the lush tree foliage with remarkable three-dimensional texture Split-stitch and satin stitch figure work captures facial expressions, flowing robes, and individual personality for each immortal Fine shading throughout gives depth and painterly realism rarely seen in embroidered work Executed on silk ground fabric with silk threads throughout The Eight Immortals are one of the most auspicious and beloved subjects in Chinese art, associated with good fortune, longevity, and happiness — making this an ideal centerpiece for a home, office, or restaurant. Presented in a handsome rosewood-style frame with double mat. Dimensions: Approximately 32" wide × 18" tall framed Condition: Excellent. No fading, damage, or repairs noted. A rare opportunity to acquire a large-format, high-quality Chinese silk embroidery. No comparable examples found currently or recently sold on eBay. Thank you and enjoy the day Category: Antiques › Asian Antiques › China › Robes & Textiles.

Region of Origin

China