Vintage Chinese Silk Pheasant Embroidery

Updated September 2, 2026

Lot number59
AuctionSterling Silver, Southwestern Art & Vintage Treasures
DateSeptember 16, 2026 at 6:00 PM MST
Auction houseGrasons Estate Sales of Southern AZ
LocationTucson, Arizona

Vintage Chinese silk embroidery featuring a long-tailed pheasant or phoenix-like bird perched among flowering peony branches and foliage. Executed in detailed multicolor silk thread on an ivory silk ground with orange, pink, green, blue, brown, and black accents. Includes embroidered Chinese calligraphy along the left side of the composition. The elaborate bird, peonies, and flowering branches are classic motifs found in traditional Chinese decorative needlework. Professionally presented under glass with a wide neutral mat and narrow dark frame. Measures approximately 27.25" x 19" overall. Vintage pre-owned condition with age-related wear and variations visible; see photos for full details

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