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A translation of the Cantonese lettering on the verso reads: ‘Presenting item (gift, cash) to Great Britain: great astral emperor, the asterism Wanshou (longevity of 10,000 years). In Hong Kong: With obeisances by the Manying company and others.’
Title
Lettering in Cantonese
Medium
embroidery on cloth
Measurements
H 102.5 x W 77.5 cm
Accession number
47211i
Acquisition method
presumed to be part of the collection formed by Henry S. Wellcome
Work type
Textile art