A Manchu Lady Red Ground Gauze Informal Robe Qipao
Auction Date: November 12, 2021
Estimate: Estimate: 1500 - 2500
Sold for: $3,000
Lot: 3021
China.
Late Qing Dynasty.
Constructed with side opening, the black borders and green sleeve bands embroidered with butterflies and various flowering sprigs, further bordered with woven floral ribbon and edged with black trims.
Length 52 inches (132 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.
Condition: Age related fading.