A Manchu Ladys Pink Ground Gauze Informal Robe Qipao
Auction Date: November 12, 2021
Estimate: Estimate: 800 - 1200
Sold for: $3,600
Lot: 3024
Late Qing Dynasty.
Finely tailored with right side opening and layered sleeves, the green and black borders, and ivory sleeve bands embroidered with butterflies and various flowering sprigs, the opening is applied with gilt brass sphere buttons.
Length 53 inches (134.6 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.