Chinese Embroidered Sleevebands - Crane on Green Silk
OwnerOwned by
James Cromar Watt
(Aberdeen, Scotland, 1862 - 1940)
Date19th Century
Object NameSleevebands
Mediumsilk, silk thread, metal thread and linen
ClassificationsTextiles
Dimensions55 x 21.8 x 0.4cm
AcquisitionJames Cromar Watt Bequest, 1941.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS089831
About MeThis pair of ivory sleevebands were probably unpicked from a Qing Dynasty (1644 - 1911) Chinese robe.They are decorated with motifs including a crane, magnolia, other flowers and butterflies embroidered in satin stitch, Peking knot and other techniques.
James Cromar Watt
Qing Dynasty, 19th century
James Cromar Watt
Qing Dynasty, 19th century
possibly early 20th Century
James Cromar Watt
Qing Dynasty, 19th century
Qing Dynasty, mid - late 19th century
19th Century
Qing Dynasty, mid 19th century