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These photos were taken of a variety of items that were intended to be worn. In many cases, the garments were used for ceremonial or formal purposes.
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CLOTHING
Chinese Woman's Robe
This beautiful robe is stitched entirely in metallic couched threads. It would have been worn on ceremonial occasions by a woman. From China.
Chinese robe medallian
This large medallian is used to indicate membership in a certain group.
Side Gussett
This gusset adds width at the underarm. It also shows the insertion work, and tiny tassels used for embellishment.
Chinese Woman's Robe
This beautiful robe is stitched entirely in metallic couched threads. It would have been worn on ceremonial occasions by a woman. From China.
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