Antique Imperial Chinese Robes with Letter of Provenance
Item Details
A set of antique Imperial Chinese robes. The blue silk tunic features a cloud embroidered motif, with a white appliqué border and ruyi collar having scenic fauna embroidery with black piping edge and mother of pearl shank buttons, and has a matching headpiece. The light blue pants article features an embroidered T-fret and auspicious symbol motif with contrast border at hem. The horse-hoof platform silk shoes are embellished with butterflies and floral embroidery. The pleated silk jacquard skirt has a decorative front panel with an embroidered country scene. These items were purchased from a descendant of Anson Burlingame, Ambassador to China during President Lincoln’s administration, in 1945 and stored in a cedar chest for 40 years. They have since been professionally restored and kept in a custom-made protective cabinet. Includes a framed letter of provenance written by Clive Burlingame’s wife.
Condition
- staining in some areas. Deterioration loss to fabric on shoes. The cabinet is not included.
Dimensions
Measured together for shipping.
- Robe Measures 64″ × 57″ × 4″
- Skirt measures 21″ × 39″ × 2″.
- Cap measures 6.5″ × 8.5″ × 4″.
- Each shoe measures 3.25″ × 4″ × 8.25″.
- Letter measures 12″ × 17″ × 1″ in frame (visual image 7.25″ × 10.25″).
Item #
17WDC006-100
