6th Nov, 2024 10:00
Asian, Indian & Islamic Art
271
Orange ground gauze silk ladies' robe, Changyi
Chinese, 19th Century
finely woven throughout with medallions of meandering tendrils issuing stylised flower heads, all woven within a black border decorated with further blossoming flowers including lotus, narcissi and peonies, all picked out in varying shades of blue, the collar and cuffs similarly decorated. 132cm long
For a similar coat cf Vollmer J.E page 89, plate 47
Sold for £1,200
Estimated at £800 - £1,200
Orange ground gauze silk ladies' robe, Changyi
Chinese, 19th Century
finely woven throughout with medallions of meandering tendrils issuing stylised flower heads, all woven within a black border decorated with further blossoming flowers including lotus, narcissi and peonies, all picked out in varying shades of blue, the collar and cuffs similarly decorated. 132cm long
For a similar coat cf Vollmer J.E page 89, plate 47
Some discolouration and pulling of the thread
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Auction: Asian, Indian & Islamic Art, 6th Nov, 2024
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