#75 Chinese Hanging Seal Cases, Set of Two

Object/Artifact

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MMN Estate Inventory

Entry/Object ID

075 Chinese

Description

Pair of Chinese hanging silk cases designed to hold personal seals or chops, traditionally used to authenticate documents, paintings, and calligraphy. The first features a rectangular form covered in ivory silk with colorful floral embroidery, blue patterned trim, and a long burgundy suspension cord accented with decorative silk knots. The second is fashioned from pale gold brocade silk with a contrasting rust-red band, suspended from a green braided cord with an ornamental knot and metal embellishment. Magenta silk tassels hang from either end of its fabric-covered crossbar.

Location

Room

CEN Bedroom

Building

2660 S Birmingham Place

Acquisition

Acquisition Method

Purchase

Amount Paid

$75.00

Name/Title

#75 Chinese Hanging Seal Cases, Set of Two