LENGTH OF SILK GAUZE
19th century
Medium
Cream gauze with medallions, decorated with 3 figures in landscape, top border, 2 gold dragons
Measurements
Approx. 4 yards
Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Gift of Miss Emma de Long Mills, 1962
Gallery location
Not on display
Artwork Details
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