Two Chinese Embroidered Silk Garments with Fur Linning. The first, a center opening informal robe, embroidered with colorful threads to depict flowers on the royal blue ground, the collar, sleeve band, and hem embroidered with figures in a garden setting, fur lining; the second, a center opening maroon ground floral vest with fur lining and trim. {Longest: Length 42 3/4 inches (108.5 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.