Iridescent Dragonfly with Autumn Leaves
Iridescent Dragonfly with Autumn Leaves
About This Work
A large dragonfly with elaborately patterned teal and green wings and a long segmented body, flanked by autumn oak and rowan leaves and a small berry sprig. The wings are densely worked with multicolored satin and seed-stitch detailing for an iridescent jeweled effect. A striking insect novelty composition.
Stitch Technique: Flat Satin Stitch
Smooth, parallel satin fill that lays flat across a shape β the most common fill seen across these pieces.
View all Flat Satin Stitch works βSchool & Origin: Contemporary
Modern, decorative or novelty designs that depart from classical Chinese motifs β figure-fusion portraits, celestial scenes, and stylized ornamental compositions.
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