Antique Chinese Xiape Lady's Court Waistcoat 5th Rank 19 C

Pre owned luxury watches, handbags and jewellery - Xupes. Xupes - Luxury Watches, Fine Art, Photography and Antiques. Antiques & Fine Art Catalogue. ANTIQUE CHINESE XIAPE LADY'S COURT WAISTCOAT 5TH RANK 19 C. Scroll Down for more large images below text. Length (approx) 80cm, Width (approx) 51cm. In fine condition with a few loose threads and wear commensurate with age and use. A very fine antique Chinese Xiape lady's court waistcoat embroidered with silver thread with scrolling dragons amidst clouds above waves and with a pheasant 5th rank badge embroidered to the front and back. The black satin waistcoat with ties and button hooks with a blue silk lining and further decorative embroidery along the lower edge.

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Size: Length (approx) 80cm, Width (approx) 51cm
Marks & Origin: Chinese with various emblems
Age: 19th Century
Item Condition: In fine condition with a few...