A Chinese silk embroidered woman’s jacket
Qing dynasty(1644-1912); A striking red silk woman’s jacket featuring finely executed embroidery in silk floss and metallic threads. The robe is elaborately decorated with auspicious motifs including animals from the Chinese zodiac (such as the rabbit, monkey, and dragon), flowers, and stylized cloud scrolls, all on a crimson ground with subtle floral damask patterning.The jacket has a classic Y-shaped collar and side fastening, edged with bands of blue satin richly embroidered with floral scrolls, gold-wrapped couching, and black floral trim. Lined with pale silk, with hand-finished seams. Dimensions?Length from collar to bottom: 26.5 inches. Width from left sleeve to right sleeve: 36.5 inches.
Condition
Minor staining and wear to trim; overall embroidery well-preserved with vibrant color.
Qing dynasty(1644-1912); A striking red silk woman’s jacket featuring finely executed embroidery in silk floss and metallic threads. The robe is elaborately decorated with auspicious motifs including animals from the Chinese zodiac (such as the rabbit, monkey, and dragon), flowers, and stylized cloud scrolls, all on a crimson ground with subtle floral damask patterning.The jacket has a classic Y-shaped collar and side fastening, edged with bands of blue satin richly embroidered with floral scrolls, gold-wrapped couching, and black floral trim. Lined with pale silk, with hand-finished seams. Dimensions?Length from collar to bottom: 26.5 inches. Width from left sleeve to right sleeve: 36.5 inches.
Condition
Minor staining and wear to trim; overall embroidery well-preserved with vibrant color.
