Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Foad Seyed Mohammadi

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Women’s Vest (Xiapi) with Dragon and Floral Motifs and Tassels

Artist Unknown Chinese Artist

Date19th century

Made/manufacturedChina, Asia

MediumEmbroidered silk

DimensionsOverall: 38 x 24 1/2 in. (96.52 x 62.23 cm)

ClassificationsClothing and accessories

Credit LineGift of Carolyn L. Hufty in memory of Rear Admiral Malcolm Alexander Hufty

Object number2023.25.14

Collections

ASIAN

DescriptionA woman’s vest in purple with embroidered motifs of flowers, birds, dragons, and butterflies.

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