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What is a Chinese robe called?

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What is a Chinese robe called?
A Chinese robe is called a qipao or the cheongsam. They are adorned with elaborate and intricate patterns, sometimes of historical significance. Shop a collection of vintage and designer Chinese robes from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
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Chinese Robed Puppet, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Hand puppets, like this one from China’s Zhejiang region, have been a popular form of entertainment
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Toys and Dolls

Materials

Silk, Wood

Early 20th Century Chinese Robe with Metallic Dragon Embroidery
Located in Sharon, CT
Hand sewn metallic thread Dragon appliqués. Silk and metallic threads used.
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Early 20th Century Chinese Coats

Monumental Chinese Robe Trunk with Full Moon Lock, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
For thousands of years, traditional Chinese architecture had no interior closets, and trunks and
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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Blanket Chests

Materials

Brass

Traditional Imperial Yellow Embroidered Chinese Summer Robe w Blue Banding
Located in Gresham, OR
Traditional Imperial Yellow Embroidered Chinese Summer Robe w Blue Banding: Asian-patterned damask
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1920s Chinese Robes

Blush Edwardian *Larger Size* Padded Canton Silk Embroidered Robe - O/S, 1900s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Though this robe’s delicate pastel hue and exquisite softness make it an ideal dressing gown, it
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Early 1900s Chinese Robes

1920s Chinese Traditional Embroidered Side-Closure Silk Summer Coat in Blues
Located in Gresham, OR
1920s Chinese Traditional Embroidered Side-Closure Silk Summer Coat in Blues and Porcelain White
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1920s Chinese Robes

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