Chinese Woman's Wedding Coat
Datec.1900
Place of ManufactureAsia
MediumMaterial: silk, red; coloured silk threads; gold thread
DimensionsOverall (length=neck to lower hem; width=sleeve cuff to sleeve cuff): 138 x 94 cm
ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART
Credit LineGift of Ian and Gillian Stewart
Object number2012.024.001
DescriptionWedding coat is of figured red silk, opening across the proper right side with loop fasteners at the collar, neck and underarm, and a short stand up collar. The body of the coat is embroidered and appliqued with flowers and lion dogs in coloured silk and gold threads, and bordered with bands of white and blue silk with blue and white embroidered flowers, and narrow woven braid. The cuffs are white silk with coloured floral appliques. Coat is unlined.Status
Not on view
1880 - 1910
1860 - 1890
1860 - 1880
