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Chinese lady’s coat (Ao)
(late 19th century)

Medium
silk, silk satin, silk thread, metal
Measurements
112.7 cm (centre back) 32.0 cm (sleeve length)
Place/s of Execution
China
Accession Number
D25-1972
Department
International Fashion and Textiles
Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Gift of Mr D. Climas, 1972
Gallery location
Not on display
Physical description
Cream figured silk, embroidered three peonies in shades of blue, sleeve cuffs embroidered borders.