A Manchu noblewoman's embroidered red silk informal robe, changyi Late Qing dynasty
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A Manchu noblewoman's embroidered red silk informal robe, changyi
Late Qing dynasty
Displaying brightly-hued butterflies and peony sprays surrounding shou medallions in couched gilt threads, the black satin-ground neck, border and sleeve bands embroidered en suite.
56 1/2in (143.5cm) long
Sold for US$ 15,000 inc. premium

Footnotes

  • Provenance:
    gift of Colonel John and Mrs. Mary Young

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Textiles

Property from the Tacoma Art Museum, Tacoma, Washington

Category: Asian Art


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