Short "Happy Robe" Qing Dynasty19th century Chinese short embroidered Silk Robe
This antique, Chinese woman's silk satin robe is a short jacket in a bright red color with floral motifs edged with gilt couching & round medallions on front and back with happy figures. Encrusted with flowers of turquoise, gold, magenta, & green embroidery. Bright magenta pink silk lining. Length - 23", Sleeve tip to center neck - 22", Chest - 40" around.
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Dear Framm,
I think this is a early 20th century Robe from china. Maybe up to 1920. Its well executed and made for a lady in higher class of Chinese society. The figures have no symbolic meaning I believe and the rich red and fine made embroidery is purely made to impress. These robes are more sought after every day as the original one's of good quality are increasingly difficult to buy.
