Chinese Silk Official Robe with Integral Rank Badge

Lot: 3002

China.
Late Qing Dynasty.
Constructed with center front opening using two fabrics, the black damask silk gauze woven with Shou longevity roundels and embroidered with second rank civil official Mandarin square rank badge of golden pheasants in golden couched threads, unlined, the front opening applied with five gilt sphere buttons.
Length 43 inches (109.2 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: Minor fading.

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