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Fantastic 19th C. Chinese Taffeta Woman's Winter Coat With Embroidered Borders

Winning Bid $498.00
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Location: BRG Raleigh, (Cary NC)

Item #: 136529
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Item Description

Fantastic 19th C. Chinese taffeta woman's winter coat with embroidered borders. Silk panels throughout decorated with intricate embroidery depicting flora, fauna and courtier scenes. Wide sleeves with large border on cuff to protect the coat from wear while also showcasing the artistic talent of the seamstress. Seam of hemline adorned with small cloud motifs with the effect of Chinese traditional paper cutting. With raised relief brass buttons. This long buttonhole-front coat was the prevailing costume of Chinese women during the Qing period.

Verbal provenance: Museum deaccessioned coat originally purchased in 1919 by Mrs. Eddy in San Francisco, CA. Donated to New Britain Youth Museum, CT in 1978.

Wear consistent with age and use. Tearing to inside collar. In overall good estate condition. A fabulous piece.

The coat measures 44"l x 60"w (sleeve-to-sleeve)

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