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• Auction House:
  Leonard Joel
• Sale Name:
  Classic Furniture Auction
• Sale Date:
  30 May 2015 ~ 11am
• Lot #:
  145
• Lot Description:
  A Chinese Informal Female Winter Peach Silk Robe, Mid 19th Century
  The embroidery in Peking knot and satin stitch, finely designed with seasonal flowers in white, sea-blue and sky-blue florals including peonies and chrysanthemum in stylised form to the body. The broad sleeve cuffs of pale gold silk, embroidered with a floral pattern in colourful design. The lower section of the robe depicts a stormy sea with the imperial peonies scattered throughout. The border is black with gold threaded trim through a scrolling floral and foliate embroidered band with butterflies, the symbol of joy and happiness in marriage. Three hollow repousse gilt buttons attached to the front of the robe. Catalogue Note: Textiles with Peking knot stitch are sought after, as it was regarded as a very time consuming and difficult embroidery technique. 114cm high
• Estimate:
  A$7,000 - 10,000
• Realised Price:
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• Category:
  Oriental

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