Jacket

ClassificationsClothing and Adornments-principal attire (upper body)

Culture Miao

Datemid to late 20th Century

Made AtGuizhou Province, China

Collection SiteChina

MediumCotton, silk and sequins

Dimensions26 1/2 × 51 in. (67.3 × 129.5 cm)

Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. Long Shung and Anne Shih

Object number2015.9.30

DescriptionThe textiles of the Miao in Southwest China are appreciated for their exuberant, decorative qualities. This jacket’s curved opening is a possible suggestion of Manchu influence on Miao style. Although this jacket possesses some adornment with its embroidery and sequins, it is much less elaborate than other examples of Miao clothing possibly indicating that this jacket is likely an item for everyday wear rather than for festival wear.

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