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Fine Art Print : Cloth of gold with felines and eagles, 1225-1275. Creator: Unknown
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Cloth of gold with felines and eagles, 1225-1275. Creator: Unknown
Cloth of gold with felines and eagles, 1225-1275. Mongol taste for luxury was equated with gold, symbol of imperial authority, power, and legitimacy. This splendid cloth of gold-exceptionally large and luxurious-may have enriched the interior of a palace or a majestic tent. The golden pattern, although tarnished on the faded red silk ground, features scalloped medallions with felines whose long tails terminate in dragons heads amid elegant floral vines. Double-headed eagles form interstitial motifs on the floral ground. A radiant gold-on-gold band of pseudo-Arabic script enriches the top, woven with gold strips wrapped around a silk core on a ground of flat strips of gold, immediately beneath the pattern testing area
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Media ID 19631560
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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the mystical world of the Middle Ages with this exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. Featuring an intricately woven Cloth of Gold adorned with regal felines and majestic eagles, this captivating artwork is a testament to the opulence and grandeur of the Mongol Empire during the 13th century. With a taste for luxury that was synonymous with gold, the Mongols used this precious metal to assert their authority, power, and legitimacy. This Unknown masterpiece, sourced from Heritage Images, is a stunning addition to any home or office, transporting you to a time of wonder and enchantment. Experience the rich history and beauty of this Fine Art Print, brought to you by Media Storehouse.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This stunning print captures a remarkable piece of history, the "Cloth of gold with felines and eagles" dating back to 1225-1275. Created by an unknown artist, this cloth exemplifies the Mongol taste for opulence and luxury. In Mongolian culture, gold was not only a symbol of imperial authority but also represented power and legitimacy. The sheer grandeur of this exceptionally large textile suggests that it may have adorned the interior of a palace or even a majestic tent. Despite its faded red silk ground, the golden pattern still shines through, featuring scalloped medallions adorned with feline figures whose tails transform into dragon heads amidst intricate floral vines. Interstitial motifs in the form of double-headed eagles further enhance the overall design on this splendid cloth. Adding to its allure is a radiant band at the top woven with pseudo-Arabic script in gold-on-gold technique. This decorative element consists of gold strips wrapped around a silk core on a background made from flat strips of gold. Preserved in Northeast Iran, this lampas silk and gold thread masterpiece now resides at The Cleveland Museum of Art. Through Heritage Art's captivating photo print, we can appreciate every intricate detail and marvel at how such craftsmanship has stood the test of time.
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