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Kunlun

About the Item

Sophisticated, distinctive and with a hint of subtle blue, the Kunlun table lamp takes pride in its intricate hand embroidered details, a soft satin finish completes the timeless and versatile style. The highly skillful Technique of Chinese Su handmade embroidery is built around the very best of what the Kunlun lamp offers, in both quality, style and aesthetics. The Kunlun Mountains are thought to be one of the birth places of Chinese mythical creatures and fairytales. Kunlun Mountains have been an inspiration for artist all over the world such as English writer James Hilton. The embroidery is handmade by artists in China, and the technique is called Su embroidery.
  • Creator:
    Pei Li (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 28.35 in (72 cm)Width: 7.88 in (20 cm)Depth: 6.3 in (16 cm)
  • Style:
    Modern (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Brass,Silk,Embroidered
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    2020
  • Production Type:
    New & Custom(Current Production)
  • Estimated Production Time:
    7-8 weeks
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6536228082932
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