Dragon

Embroidery

Qing Dynasty

Size: 19 x 50.5 cm.

Commonly associated meanings

• Divine beneficence
• Always chasing the pearl of potentiality. By the light of the pearl, night can become day Wisdom gives light to understanding.
• Guardian of everything precious
• Understanding and wisdom -- the goals Emperor seeks for himself.

Other symbols appearing on this embroidery

• Chrysanthemum
• Mountains
• Pearl
• Peony
• Jooi-i [Ruyi]

Thanks to Faye Yee for her assistance