英文說明:These embroidered hanging strips were shaped like swords and made of silk. They featured lucky symbols and were hung on both sides of mosquito nets and bed curtains. They were used as a decoration. The strips were considered to bring luck and ward off evil. This example dates from the Qing dynasty, and is done on a background of white silk material. It is bordered in red, and features a pattern of peach blossoms and butterflies.