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Chuba or dignitary robe in embroidered silk damask - Tibet circa 1880-1920
$2,393.47
£1,791.78
€2,000
CA$3,294.91
A$3,601.99
CHF 1,905.61
MX$43,103.57
NOK 24,246.20
SEK 22,194.94
DKK 15,237.54
About the Item
Circa 1880/1920
Tibet
Tibetan dignitary's coat or Chuba between 1880 and 1920. Electric blue Chinese damask satin background with large badges representing Taoist symbols. Polychrome embroidery in floche silk with floral bouquets and dragon badges. Crossed front fastening with five brass bell buttons (one button missing). The black silk embroidery around the neck has deteriorated (see last three photos), the rest of the blue silk is in excellent condition. Original pastel blue cotton lining. Clean and no stains or holes. Good overall condition.
Dimensions: Large size. Height 130 cm, chest 168 cm, waist 160 cm, shoulders 60 cm, sleeves 56 cm, bottom of coat 239 cm.
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