Lot 394
the lightness of the silk gauze silk selected for wear in the summer months, embroidered with gold, made for a provincial mandarin
Provenance: Ex-private collection Melbourne, purchased from Portobello Road in late 1970's
Estimate $2,000 - $3,000
This item is in good condition, especially when considering the age and use of the piece
The colour of the textile is in good condition, very minor fading as to be expected
Minor pulls to the embroidery and the weave
Damage to the button towards the neck
Wear to the sleeve hem, as to be expected
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Leonard Joel makes no guarantee of the originality of mechanical or applied components. Absence of reference to such modifications does not imply that a lot is free from modifications.
Asian Art, Classic Furniture & Objects
AUCTION
Sale: LJ8125
12:00pm - 15 May 2016
333 Malvern Rd, South Yarra 3141
VIEWING
11 May 9am-8pm
12-13 May 10am-4pm
14 May 10am-5pm
15 May 10am-11.30am
CONTACT
Chiara Curcio
chiara.curcio@leonardjoel.com.au
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