Framed calligraphy embroidery on woven material framed possibly Chinese

Discussion in 'Antique Discussion' started by Politically Collect, Mar 12, 2026.

  1. Greetings. I have two (2) similar framed art pieces/panels. Possibly Chinese. Vintage or older. The frames are dense dark wood stained darker. The calligraphy is actually embroidery on a woven cloth-like material. The backing of the pieces are wood panels. There are wood retainer clips securing the panels to the frames as pictured. I'm interested in knowing their approx. age, origin and estimated value and especially a translation of the symbols. TIA
     

    Attached Files:

    kentworld and Marote like this.
  2. Marote

    Marote Well-Known Member

    This seems to be the same text (although the first 2 characters on the left, switched places compared to the first 2 on the right of your panels)
    upload_2026-3-13_0-49-5.png
    And if the translation tool is accurate, this translates to:
    Establish solid foundations
    Cultivate enduring relationships
     
  3. Cool! Thanks
     
    kyratango and Marote like this.
  4. komokwa

    komokwa The Truth is out there...!

    for ballpark selling prices try a search of ,
    5 character Calligraphy Couplet
     
    Politically Collect and Marote like this.
  5. Thanks I'll do that.
     
    Marote and komokwa like this.
  6. Could someone familiar with Chinese art and calligraphy please give me an idea of the age of these pieces? TIA
     
    Marote likes this.
Draft saved Draft deleted
Similar Threads: Framed calligraphy
Forum Title Date
Antique Discussion Japanese framed fan Feb 8, 2025
Antique Discussion Dunno where to put this... framed textile Feb 3, 2025
Antique Discussion Lovely Gilt Gesso Framed Mirror Jan 11, 2025
Antique Discussion Your thoughts on these Framed Victorian Trade cards Oct 8, 2023
Antique Discussion Victorian era oddity, framed birds Jun 6, 2023

Share This Page