Chinese Embroidered Sleevebands - Garden on Ivory Silk
OwnerOwned by
James Cromar Watt
(Aberdeen, Scotland, 1862 - 1940)
Date19th Century
Object NameSleevebands
Mediumsilk, silk thread, metal thread and linen
ClassificationsTextiles
Dimensions51.6 x 21.5 x 0.4cm
AcquisitionJames Cromar Watt Bequest, 1941.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS089830
About MeThis pair of ivory silk sleevebands were probably unpicked from a Qing Dynasty (1644 - 1911) Chinese robe.
The embroidered design includes satin stitched figures in a garden with rocks, trees, streams and bridges outlined with couched metal threads.
James Cromar Watt
Qing Dynasty, 19th century
James Cromar Watt
Qing Dynasty, 19th century
James Cromar Watt
Qing Dynasty, 19th century
19th Century