A Chinese Lady's Informal Robe
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A Chinese Lady's Informal Robe. Constructed with a front center opening, the black ground robe is finely embroidered in polychrome satin stitches and forbidden stitches to depict butterflies amongst scattered fruiting, flowering, and leafy stems, the border decorated with partial Buddhist treasure symbols, fruits, and flowering in blue and white stitches. {Length 45 inches (114.3 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.
Condition:
Age related wear, fading, the sleeves shorted and altered.
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.
Condition:
Age related wear, fading, the sleeves shorted and altered.
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A Chinese Lady's Informal Robe
Estimate $1,000 - $1,500
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