DepartmentTextiles-Asia
vest
NameSleeveless Top
Artist
Artist Not Recorded
CultureMiao
Date20th century
Place madeGUIZHOU, China, ASIA
Mediumcotton, silk, metal
Dimensions14 3/4 × 15 1/4 in. (37.4651 × 38.7351 cm)
Credit LineGift of Susan and John Pifer
Object numberA.2022.7.114
ProvenanceGift from donors who purchased items directly from makers during trips to SW China in the 1990s with professional touring companies
DescriptionVest of blue silk embroidered with dragons, flowers, primarily in pinks. Red and black plaid cotton lining and edging. Pink silk ruffles at neck, waist hem and armholes. Metal snaps as side.
Early-mid 20th century
first quarter 20th century
1910-1930
first quarter 20th century
Artist Not Recorded