Silk and gold metal thread embroidery on silk ground. It is said to have been created as a birthday gift for an 80-year old from his friends. Contains embroidered testimonials and likenesses of immortals. The large central Chinese character signifies "long life". It is also said to have been found hanging in a temple. very good condition, with some loose metals threads and wear near the bottom; some small areas of old glue residue from tape on the extreme edges, as the textile was previously taped to a hard background. 66"x 98"