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A Beijing Opera vest Chasuble embroidered on red wool twill - China Circa 1920

$1,310.44
£960.66
€1,100VAT Included
CA$1,805.07
A$1,828.18
CHF 1,050.20
MX$22,169.07
NOK 12,182.17
SEK 12,400.05
DKK 8,388.14

About the Item

First third of the 20th century China A red embroidered wool twill jacket from the Beijing Opera, China, dating from the first third of the 20th century. Tunic cut with stand-up collar, blue silk trim, ties at the sides. Rich raised embroidery in silk and silver thread, using running stitch and Beijing stitch in particular. Designs featuring Taoist symbols from the Qing period with dragon heads, bats, turtles and fish on a wave background at the bottom. Pink cotton lining. No flaws. Very good condition. Dimensions: Measured flat: 108 cm high, shoulders 42 cm, bottom width 75 cm.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 42.52 in (108 cm)Width: 29.53 in (75 cm)Marked Size: 108 cm height, 75 cm width (EU)
  • Style:
    1920 (Of the Period)
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Good Condition and Color.
  • Seller Location:
    Toulon, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU633327871402

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