Triangular banner
(19th century)
Medium
satin, metallic thread
Measurements
136.8 × 207.0 cm
Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Bequest of Dr G.E. Morrison, 1921
Gallery location
Not on display
Artwork Details
Physical description
Triangular banner of black satin embroidered with a gold serpent winding itself around a tortoise, symbolising North.
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