Antique Chinese Silk Embroidered Robe Forbidden Stitch Flower Auspicious Symbols

Description

View Antique Chinese Silk Embroidered Robe Forbidden Stitch Flower Auspicious Symbols with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Overall very little wear relative to age, with n o odors or fading; missing loop on frog closure at neck, repairable hole along right vent trim; minor stitch loss across robe (photos are representative), large spot on interior lining (does not show through); sold as shown, see photos; estate sale find. Stunning example of a finely handcrafted antique Chinese silk robe, presumed late Qing Dynasty based on the robe’s characteristics; robe is predominately decorated black silk with bands of decorated gold and blue silk, painstakingly embroidered with flower blossoms, foliage and auspicious symbols (bats, moths, mystic knot) in a multitude of colors; large flowers worked using the intricate forbidden stitch technique; mystic knot decoration, some of which were created using the couched gold thread technique; with red silk lining; approximate measurements of garment laid flat are as follows: shoulder to shoulder 18”; armpit to armpit 23”; back of collar to hem 39”; sleeve length 16”; beautiful and rare museum quality textile to display and preserve Overall very little wear relative to age, with n o odors or fading; missing loop on frog closure at neck, repairable hole along right vent trim; minor stitch loss across robe (photos are representative), large spot on interior lining (does not show through); sold as shown, see photos; estate sale find NOTE: For shipping within the U.S., item will be insured and required signature for delivery Visit our  Cool Vintage Finds Store  on eBay for more textiles and other collectibles Condition: See photos and description. Category: Antiques › Asian Antiques › China › Robes & Textiles.

Primary Material

Silk & Fabric

Color

Multicolor

Region of Origin

China

Country of Origin

China