Explore the CollectionApron

Place of Origin
China
Historical Period/Date
20th Century (1970-1999 Late)
Registration Number
2008-005
Donated/Purchased
Donated
Techniques
Buttonhole Stitch,Herringbone Stitch,Satin Stitch,
Objects
Aprons,Costume - Women,

Physical Description

Young woman's festival apron from the Miao (known as Cock Feather Miao) Ping Gia Village, Sandue County, Guizhou Province, China. Diamond shaped apron with central square bordered by two rectangular panels and two narrow stylized floral strips. Green satin background with formal design of dragon, cocks and butterflies. Design embroidered in polychrome floss silk over paper patterns, using satin stitches, buttonhole and herringbone.

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