Chinese Sleevebands - Multi-coloured Embroidery on Ivory Damask Silk
OwnerOwned by
James Cromar Watt
(Aberdeen, Scotland, 1862 - 1940)
Date19th Century
Object NameSleevebands
Mediumsilk, silk thread and metal thread
ClassificationsTextiles
DimensionsComponent 1: 9.3 x 75cm
Component 2: 9.1 x 75.7cm
Component 2: 9.1 x 75.7cm
AcquisitionJames Cromar Watt Bequest, 1941.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS089681
About MeThe patterns on the damask silk used to make these sleevebands looks like clouds.
The embroidered decoration comprises flowers, leaves and butterflies.
There is a scrolling border in couched metallic thread.
James Cromar Watt
Qing Dynasty, 19th century
James Cromar Watt
Qing Dynasty, 19th century
James Cromar Watt
Qing Dynasty, 19th century
possibly early 20th Century