Chinese Kimonos from the 20s or 30s
We believe this is are Chinese kimonos that we inherited. We were told that these date from the 1920s to 1930s. We don’t know if they are made from silk or other material. Nothing more is known about these items.
3ft by 3ft
Inherited
Yes
Hello, this item is a Chinese traditional robe. The structure, proportions, and embroidered rank badge indicate it is likely a Qing Dynasty-inspired garment or a Republican-period ceremonial robe from the 1920s–1930s. The square silk badge on the front, featuring a crane motif, points to it being modeled after a buzi or rank badge used by civil officials, while the blue sleeve bands with floral embroidery are consistent with decorative adaptations seen in the early 20th century for both local wear and export markets. The base material appears to be silk or silk blend, while the embroidery is likely silk floss.
These types of garments, especially if not Qing official but Republican-period ceremonial or theatrical robes, generally command more moderate prices than strictly imperial Qing garments. Based on current market trends, the estimated fair market value for this robe would be $400 to $900 USD.
