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Skirt

c. 1875–1900

China, Late 19th century

Medium
embroidered silk, wool
Measurements
Overall: 96 x 78 cm (37 13/16 x 30 11/16 in.)
Credit Line
The Harold T. Clark Educational Extension Fund 1956.78
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A vertically oriented flared silk and wool skirt features a wide dark-brown waistband above pleated magenta panels embroidered with flowers and butterflies. A central panel contains nested rectangular borders of deep blue, yellow, and green silk, detailed with white floral scrolls and birds. A matching deep-blue border with avian and floral motifs finishes the bottom edge, framing the vibrant, pleated design with intricate, symmetrical embroidery.

Skirt

c. 1875–1900

China, Late 19th century

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