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Late Qing Dynasty Silk Damask Robe with Figural & Floral Embroidery

Late Qing Dynasty Silk Damask Robe with Figural & Floral Embroidery

Regular price $1,890.00 USD
Regular price Sale price $1,890.00 USD
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An exquisite late Qing Dynasty (late 19th to early 20th century) woman's informal silk robe . Crafted from a rich, light-cream silk damask woven with fine cloud/swirl and floral motifs, this piece features elaborate multi-tiered embroidered borders and an exaggerated cloud-collar (yunjian) style yoke framing the neckline.

Key Features & Details

  • Sleeve Cuffs & Trim: Wide turned-back sleeve bands rendered on cream ground, decorated with polychrome silk embroidery depicting traditional figures in garden landscapes, endless knots (panchang), butterflies, and precious floral elements.
  • Borders & Collar: Framed with multi-layered ribbon trims, ink-drawn/embroidered roundels, and blue piping along the side vents, hem, and diagonal front closure (pajiao).
  • Construction: Classic side-fastening design with traditional knot toggles (panku), structured side vents with ruyi-shaped bracketed accents, and an oversized decorative yoke extending across the front and back shoulders.
  • Ground Fabric: Cream/ivory silk damask with subtle woven Jacquard-style cloud scrolling throughout.

Key Technical Specs (Quick Reference)

  • Era: Late Qing Dynasty (c. 1880s–1910s)
  • Material: Silk Damask, Silk Thread Embroidery, Ribbon Trim
  • Garment Type: Woman's Informal Robe / Jacket (Ao)
  • Palette: Cream/Ivory, Cobalt Blue, Indigo, Soft Greens, Coral Red, and Black

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