Explore the CollectionOvershoes

Measurements
a; 12cm; b; 13cm
Place of Origin
China
Historical Period/Date
Unknown date
Registration Number
2022-237
Donated/Purchased
Donated
Techniques
Appliqué,Chain Stitch,Couching,Satin Stitch,Surface Stitchery,
Objects
Costume - Children - Footwear,Overshoes,

Physical Description

Pink silk child's overshoes embroidered with dragons. The dragons' heads are appliquéd to the front of the overshoe. Beads, eyes and nose have been added to the faces as well as white silk whiskers. Blue, green, pink and white silk thread. Stitches include satin and chain and there is a small amount of couched metal thread. a. Both eyes are intact. b. An eye is missing.

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