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Frame Antique Chinese Embroidered Robe Qing Dynasty

Offered by: Tishu

Description
A woman's coat made of black silk with wide sleeves from Chinese late Qing Dynasty (mid to late 19th century), mounted and presented on blue linen board and framed as a stunning piece of textile art. The coat features white silk bands on wide sleeves with a ladies in the garden scene. The neck and skirt bands features flying cranes among scrolling floral vines. The foreground of the robe showcases three finely embroidered roundels centered on a basket of splendid flower arrangements, with two on the apron perfectly symmetrical, while the one on the breast plate split into two for the seamed closure. Interspersed are small flower bundles with flowing ribbons and varied designs, the traditional symbols of youth and prosperity. The robe was for most likely for a lady with noble status based on its luxurious workmanship.
Professionally and artistically displayed in a new shadow frame for a bespoken interior. One of the pair robes that were framed in matching frame.

More Information

Origin:	China
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Silk linen wood
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use. The silk robe appears to be in fine antique condition. Frame with minor expected wear. Not examined out of the frame.
Creation Date:	1850-1900s
Styles / Movements:	Bespoke, Asian, Traditional
Patterns:	Asian/Oriental, Handmade, Traditional
Incollect Reference #:	497352

Dimensions

W.	49.5 in;	H.	56.5 in;	D.	2 in;
W.	125.73 cm;	H.	143.51 cm;	D.	5.08 cm;

Message from Seller:

Our collection ranges from Neolithic Art to 20th century collectible art and design. It spans 5000 thousand years of history and crosses many civilizations and cultures. Our aesthetic strongholds are Mid-century studio design, Japanese and Korean art, Asian Textile Art and Contemporary Aboriginal Art. The diversity is united behind our singular vision to seek for timeless beauty and driven purely by our passion