A Chinese Official Robe with Integral Rank Badge

Lot: 3004

Constructed using two fabrics, the black damask silk gauze is woven with circular Crane roundels in golden couched threads, the front opening applied with five gilt sphere buttons, unlined.
Length: 52 1/2 inches (133.3 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.

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