Dimensions- 37.5L x 1.5W x 66H-Antique Emperor and Empress Painting (Progression of the Throne.) Original scroll painting on paper. Circa 1900s The emperor and empress were depicting in different stages of lives. The pair in the bottom were believed to be prince and princess prior he was throned an emperor. The pair in the middle was when he became throned an emperor and the empress. The rope color Emperor Gold was a special color only the -Son of Heaven can wear, the name referred for the emperor. The top set are the emperor in his senior age. The two ladies are believed to be his concubines. Overall, this painting is precious due to the originality and details in the hands of the artist. The scroll is now framed in a glass and wood frame to preserve the antique painting. Thank you for your interest! Free Freight shipping by appointment.