Silk with multi-colored silk threads, pierced, woven application borders, inside with silk lining, three fabric buttons and loops at the front. China, 1920s

This midnight blue silk Lady’s robe shows vivid embroidery decoration in rich colors. The embroideries depict floral arrangements and various traditional symbols such as fish, butterflies, or gourds. The hems at the lower part, collar and sleeves are featuring a broad, floral band embroidered in blue hues. Light silk bands decorated with courtiers amidst picturesque landscapes round off the sleeves.

Shape: Robe
Dimensions: Total width (measured with stretched out sleeves) 146 cm; maximum length 117 cm
Condition: Excellent condition with only very few loose threads
Provenance: Austrian private collection

民國石青緞富貴花卉蝴蝶女褂
品相幾好，稍有脫綫
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