Purple-ground embroidered silk woman's jacket
Chinese, circa 1900
Finely embroidered with nine roundels, each enclosing a blossoming orchid, the sleeves and the hem similarly decorated with tumultuous waves interspersed with floral branches. 130cm wide
Sold for £220
Estimated at £150 - £200
Purple-ground embroidered silk woman's jacket
Chinese, circa 1900
Finely embroidered with nine roundels, each enclosing a blossoming orchid, the sleeves and the hem similarly decorated with tumultuous waves interspersed with floral branches. 130cm wide
In good overall condition.
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Auction: Asian, Indian & Islamic Art, 6th Nov, 2024
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