CHINESE
Lady's coat
(Ao)
(19th century-20th century)

Medium
silk gauze, silk satin, silk thread, metal

Measurements
109.0 cm (centre back) 27.5 cm (sleeve length)

Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Presented by Mrs Alix Wakefield, 1985

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Gallery location
Not on display

Artwork Details

Place/s of Execution
China

Accession Number
AS36-1985

Department
Asian Art

Physical description
Woman's green silk jacket embroidered with auspicious symbols of wealth, longevity, happiness. Black border with butterflies and flowers.

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CHINESE
Lady's coat
(Ao)
(19th century-20th century)