Woman's Skirt
Artist/Culture
Chinese
Dateearly 20th century
Mediumsilk with black appliqed stripes and emboidery with gold and blue thread
Dimensions88.8 cm (34 15/16 in.)
ClassificationsCostumes and Accessories
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Marie Lepore
Object number1999.300
DescriptionThis skirt wraps as a traditional Qing skirt; however, it is cut down from a traditional style and made into a Westernized evening skirt, probably in China or Hong Kong. The skirt is lined in blue China silk with blue cotton at waist. The rhinestone button was probably added by Mrs. Lepore.ProvenanceGift to Mrs. Lepore from a Chinese friend
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Chinese
19th century, Qing Dynasty (1644-1911)
