A Chinese Mens Blue Ground silk robe
Auction Date: November 12, 2021
Estimate: Estimate: 300 - 500
Sold for: $1,020
Lot: 3005A
Late 19th to early 20th Century.
Finely tailored with right side opening, the sleeves end with horse hoof cuffs, the dark blue ground silk fabric woven with repeated Buddhist Eight treasure symbols and Ruyi head pattern decorations, the closure applied with five gilt brass sphere buttons.
Length: 52 inches (132.08 cm).
Provenance: Sale of items to benefit the Monterey History and Art Association. This non-profitassociation has been a guiding force in preservingMontereys history since the founding of the association in 1931. Guarding Montereys precious historic assets and the preservation and presentation of its historical heritage for future enjoyment has been made possible by citizens who care and give generously of their time and resources.
The Associations mission is to sharethe histories and the diverse legacies of people, stories, and places that continue to shape Monterey. It possesses extensive collections of furnishings, paintings, photographs, costumes, books, manuscripts, and other artifacts focused on Monterey and California.
Minor age related discoloration and wear.