Throne back cover with Lion Dogs, Ningxia, Northern China, Qing Dynasty, Circa 1830, 67 x 65 cm (26.5 x 25.5 inches) A true gem distinguished by a plethora of shades of red, blue and yellow depicting a pair of superbly drawn lion dogs, auspicious symbols of protection and power, flanking a lotus flower with tendrils, symbol of purity. The rose red wool of the background is most probably dyed with logwood. Excellent condition, with full silky pile and original selvedges.