Silk with textured floral pattern, multi-colored silk threads, inside with silk lining, five gilt copper buttons and fabric loops at the front. China, Republican Period

This black silk Lady’s robe shows dense embroidery decoration in rich colors and is closed at the front with five gilt copper buttons. The embroideries depict floral arrangements and various traditional symbols such as fish, bats or gourds. The hems at the lower part, collar and sleeves are featuring a broad, floral band embroidered in bright hues. Blue silk bands embroidered with dense florals round off the sleeves.

Shape: Robe
Dimensions: Total width (measured with stretched out sleeves) 115 cm; maximum length 98 cm
Condition: Excellent condition with only very few loose threads
Provenance: Austrian private collection

民國黑緞五彩花蝶紋對襟女褂
品相極好，稍有脫綫処
奧地利私人收藏