Apron, Man's

NameApron, Man's

Artist Artist Not Recorded

CultureLong Horn Miao

Date20th century

Place madeSuoga Village, GUIZHOU, China, ASIA

Mediumcotton, metal, Job's tears (seeds)

Dimensions20 × 13 1/2 in. (50.8001 × 34.2901 cm)
Length includes bead fringe
Bead fringe 2 1/4" L
2 straps 38"L and 38 1/2"L

Credit LineGift of Susan and John Pifer

Object numberA.2022.7.88

ProvenanceGift from donors who purchased items directly from makers during trips to SW China in the 1990s with professional touring companies

DescriptionApron and ties of tan cotton finely embroidered in red, yellow, and black geometric patterns. Plain backing is machine stitched to the embroidered front. Two rows of fringe made of Job's tears strung on red thread. Metal bell in each lower corner.