Two Chinese Silk Embroidered Apron Skirts. The first, an embroidered silk skirt, the front and back panels with satin stitched flowers and butterflies against a bright red ground, attached altered waistband; the second, a multi colored skirt, sew pleated, decorated with narrow horizontal banners and ruyi head pendants, the side panels and borders embroidered with floral and butterfly motif, lined with blue silk. Late 19th to early 20th century. {Length: 38 inches (97 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.