Chinese Imperial KESI Dragon Roundel Badge 19th C

Chinese: Textiles: Panels Pre 1900: item #980694

This is a rare and fine silk kesi dragon roundel from the 19th century. It is very likely that this roundel was from the surcoat of an Emperor of the 19th century. The roundel shows a 5 claws dragon with a "Long Live for Ten Thousand Years" mark weaved in gold thread over the dragon's head. The endless "Wan" character, which is "Endless Ten Thousand", are all over the back ground in gold thread. It is in overall good condition in rich color with no stain or restoration. Size: 9" diameter.

Imperial Chinese Cut Velvet w Rare Label 18th Century

Chinese: Textiles: Panels Pre 1800: item #980677

This Chinese imperial cut velvet table cover was made from the 18th century, Qianlong period. It has attached a rare historical Marshall Field's label, stated the purchase was made in 1931 from the Seventh Princess's Palace in Beijing, and the item was 160 years old at that time. The Label also recorded the purchase was made for Marshall Field Company "Pageant of Pekin" event. For more history and details, please see book "Clothed to Rule the Universe - Ming and Qing Dynasty Textiles at The Art ... Click for details

Uncut Imperial Chinese Chaofu Skirt Collar Cuffs

Chinese: Textiles: Apparel Pre 1900: item #977516
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A Rare full set of Imperial Chinese Chaofu (Formal Robe)skirt, cuffs and collar. Silk embroidered dragons with gold-wrapped thread on the Gauze ground. Five-clawed dragons racing amidst clouds in pursuit of flaming pearls above water and wave motifs. The white silk stitches on dragons were made to imitate effect of seed pearls. Chaofu was the most formal robe of the Qing Dynasty. Gauze Chaofu is very rare on the market today. According to the "Collected Regulations & Precedents of the Qing" ("Da... Click for details

Pair Embroidered Silk Cutwork Qing Panels Framed

Chinese: Textiles: Panels Pre 1900: item #970886
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Two finely embroidered silk cutwork panels from 19th century China are framed to create this dramatic pair showcasing Qing Dynasty textile techniques. Four layers of silk are deftly constructed into a dramatic design given depth through the skillful use of cutwork. Red silk embroidered with vases, flowers and butterflies delicately couched in silver thread centers each panel. Black silk overlays the red on the sides and bottom, where intricate cutwork forms the Chinese character for good fortun... Click for details

Set of 3 Silk Embroidery Eye-glass Case & Purses

Chinese: Textiles: Apparel Pre 1900: item #963401

Set of (3) three antique eye-glass case and purses, Qing dynasty. Excellent condition.

ANTIQUE CHINESE SILK EMBROIDERED LADIES ROBE 19TH C

Chinese: Textiles: Apparel Pre 1900: item #955792

This is a beautiful antique Chinese front opening dark blue lady's robe, 19th century. Finely embroidered sleeve bands decorated with scholar's subjects, couched with gold threads. Very good condition.

IMPERIAL CHINESE SILK EMBROIDERY DRAGON ROBE

Chinese: Textiles: Apparel Pre 1900: item #952786

Excellent condition.

IMPERIAL CHINESE UNCUT BROCADE ROBE FACINGS 19TH C

Chinese: Textiles: Apparel Pre 1900: item #949373

19th century Chinese uncut silk robe facings, includes a pair of horsehoof-shaped cuffs, a collar and a lapel, all with dragons in gold metal threads in pursuit of flaming pearls amidst clouds above a band of wind-tossed waves. 42" x 15.5" (106.68 x 39cm). Very good condition. A tearing and pulled threads on the edge as shown in the photos, but not hurting the patterns at all.

Reference: Christies's "The Imperial War... Click for details

FINE CHINESE SILK EMBROIDERED LADY'S ROUNDEL BADGE

Chinese: Textiles: Apparel Pre 1900: item #949293

This is an extremely beautiful and finely embroidered silk roundel or badge for a lady's robe. Vibrant colors and wonderful design. Silk embroidered with a flying phoenix turning around amid the blooming flowers.

10.75" Diameter. Kept in excellent condition, and still kept strong color.

Chinese Hand-knotted Wool Minority Prayer Rug Xinjiang

Chinese: Textiles Pre 1920: item #939150

Old Chinese hand-knotted wool prayer rug woven with two opposing vases of flowers at the center surrounded by a geometric band with four Buddhist swastica symbols at the corners. Estimated to date from the early 20th century. Measures about 51" long (excluding fringe) by 26" wide. Very good overall condition. One side is slightly irregular at the corner where the rug edge has been folded under (see enlargement 5). This piece is from the private collection of American expatriates who lived in Ho... Click for details