Two Chinese Lady's Informal Silk Jackets. The first, side opening black ground jacket, embroidered in couched gilt threads, blue and white satin stitches, to depict figures in various leisure pursuing activities, surrounded by Buddhist eight treasure symbols and other auspicious emblems, all above the Lishui stripe, the ivory ground sleeve bands incorporating "Children at play" scenes; the Second, a center opening gold ground silk jacket, finely embroidered in polychrome satin stitches with floral and temple roundels, the collar, sleeves, and hams bordered with finely embroidered floral decorations. {Longest: Length 26 inches (66 cm)}.

Provenance:
Sale of items to benefit the Monterey History and Art Association. This non-profit association has been a guiding force in preserving Monterey's history since the founding of the association in 1931. Guarding Monterey's precious historic assets and the preservation and presentation of its historical heritage for future enjoyment has been made possible by citizens who care and give generously of their time and resources.

The Association's mission is to share the histories and the diverse legacies of people, stories, and places that continue to shape Monterey. It possesses extensive collections of furnishings, paintings, photographs, costumes, books, manuscripts, and other artifacts focused on Monterey and California.