A work made of silk, warp-float faced 7:1 satin weave; embroidered with silk in satin and split stitches; couching and chinese knots; inner tape: silk, warp-float faced 7:1 satin weave; embroidered with silk in satin and split stitches; chinese knots; edging and button loops: silk, warp-float faced 7:1 satin weave; lined with cotton, plain weave; metal buttons.

Woman's Vest

1890/1910, Qing dynasty (1644–1911)

Manchu China

China

Silk, warp-float faced 7:1 satin weave; embroidered with silk in satin and split stitches; couching and Chinese knots; inner tape: silk, warp-float faced 7:1 satin weave; embroidered with silk in satin and split stitches; Chinese knots; edging and button loops: silk, warp-float faced 7:1 satin weave; lined with cotton, plain weave; metal buttons

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