Two Chinese Black and White Silk Embroidered Shawls

Lot: 4091

Black silk faille, both embroidered - one in silk, and the other in wool, with flowers in clusters and flowerheads and with long fringe.
Approximate dimensions: 51 - 56 square, not including fringe..
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: Some staining to white example.

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