Silk with multi-colored silk & gold brocade threads. China, late Qing Dynasty

This lot comprises a total of eight neatly embroidered sleeve bands, building four matching pairs. The green background pair features chrysanthemums and the character for double happiness Xi. Sleeve bands such as these were used to adorn wedding robes. The others depict birds, bats, butterflies and rich floral decoration respectively people in a lovely landscape.

Shape: Rectangular, vertical sleeve bands
Dimensions: Largest in group: 14 x 110 cm; smallest in group: 10 x 76 cm
Condition: Some discoloration and stains at the margins, smaller tears or holes and few loose threads
Provenance: Austrian private collection

四對清代五彩刺綉吉祥花卉挂幅
局部有褪色、水跡或小洞及脫綫
奧地利私人收藏