Aqua Blue Chinese Dress
Date1990s
Object NameDress
Mediumsatin
ClassificationsFashion and Dress
Dimensions80 x 146 x 94cm
AcquisitionPresented in 2005 by Maureen Gibson.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS071650
About MeThis dress has a stiffened mandarin collar and short sleeves edged with white piping. The fabric is decorated with a pattern featuring chrysanthemums and Chinese symbols. Chrysanthemums symbolise autumn, longevity and wealth in Chinese culture.James Cromar Watt
Qing Dynasty, 19th century
James Cromar Watt
Qing Dynasty, 19th century
possibly early 20th Century
20th Century
Qing Dynasty, Guangxu Period, 1875-1908
Qing Dynasty, mid 19th century
Qing Dynasty, late 19th century
Qing Dynasty, late 19th century