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Splendour of Chinese Textiles

One of the greatest achievements of China in world culture is the production of silk fabric from silkworms. This fabric is often beautifully embroidered and richly decorated and has been used in the costumes of royalty and the nobility. Splendour of Chinese Textiles showcases the rich heritage of costumes and textiles from the Chinese Qing dynasty from the Gallery’s collection.