Antique Chinese Coat

A superb example of Chinese porcelain, redecorated for the English market in London, probably in the Giles studio.

Each plate centred by a coat of arms. Chinese, circa 1900 Measures: 24.5 cm diameter x 2 cm high.  

The exquisite condition and luminous hand embroidery, as well as the generous size make this the nicest Chinese embroidered coat that I have ever offered for sale.

Winter 1874 (written in black ink on the lining) China Qing Dynasty Amazing ceremonial dress for Taoist Dignitary (Fa Yi) dated in black ink on the lining "Winter 1874".

This coat was made from a hand embroidered Chinese silk shawl.

Silk hand embroidery on silk with silk lining and hand cast brass buttons

Victorian Purple Hand Embroidered Silk Satin Antique Chinese Kimono Robe Coat

This is an absolutely incredible coccoon coat. The original shawl likely dates from the late 1910s or early 1920s. Made of a black silk ground with incredible polychrome silk embroid...

Evening coat with off-white silk embroideries chinese inspiration.

An English Chinese Chippendale style bamboo coat or hat hanger from the early 20th century, with turned accents.

Antique Edwardian Hand Embroidered Chinese Jacket

This is an incredible antique Chinese robe, probably dating from the early twentieth century.

The robe or sleeveless coat has a wrap design with one gold button on the right side for closure.

Fringed Silk Kimono made from 1920s Chinese Piano Shawl

This colorful hand embroidered Chinese silk shawl is all floral designs in shades of red, pink, blue, aqua, turquoise, cream, purple, magenta, moss green, light brown and gold on a b...

From the early 20th century this shawl is a hoot. The beautifully rendered faces of all the characters tell a hundred stories of Chinese daily life and myth. The colours are fantasti...

Sturdy and lightweight, racks like this one were used to hold robes and other articles of clothing in a wealthy Chinese home. This rack features beautiful structural braces and latti...

Altar tables held great significance in ancestral rituals in China. coated in black lacquer, with gilt artwork of scenes from china and geometric patters on the base, this table now ...

A 19th century Imperial Wash Stand of excellent quality and craftsmanship. From Zhejiang China dating about 1870, carved with wonderful details throughout that set this stand apart...

This ancient stand-up coat hanger was once one of the most common of household accessories – and a necessity because Chinese architectural traditions did not provide for closet space.

A gorgeous, and unusual Victorian-styled caplet, edged in long, hand-tied rayon fringe and heavily embroidered in vintage Chinese fabric. Mandarin collar and frog closure. Floral si...

Late 19th century China Qing period Beautiful Han woman's embroidered silk ceremonial tunic dating from the late 19th century. Tangerine orange damask taffeta background representi...

Circa 1720/1770 France for the cut / China Indies Companies for the fabric A Banyan or dressing gown in chinese embroidered satin silk embroidered for export to Europe (Indies Com...

1920s Hand Embroidered Chinese Silk Cocoon Kimono With Vintage Ribbon made from Piano shawl

First half of the 20th century China for European fashion Amazing cape or ball coat embroidered in China for European fashion circa 1920 (?).

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.

Circa 1900/1950 China Artist's costume from the Beijing Opera, in imperial yellow satin cotton, embroideries of irregular sequins and tubular beads. The dress is tied by cotton ban...

This is a piano shawl from the 1920s. These garments were originally meant just as their names suggest: as shawls for pianos. During the Orientalism craze of the 1910s, these sumptuo...

An interesting wooden garment rack of generous proportions. Ancient stand-up hangers like these were one of the most prevalent household accessories because Chinese architectural tra...

An interesting wooden garment rack of generous proportions. Dating to the late-Qing dynasty, ancient stand-up hangers like these were one of the most prevalent household accessories ...

An interesting wooden garment rack of generous proportions that dates back to the Qing Dyansty. Ancient stand-up hangers like these were one of the most prevalent household accessori...

Victorian 1890'S Antique Chinese Embroidered Coat

Large Chinese Export Porcelain Armorial Dish Morgan impaling Wharton Coat of Arms, Circa 1780 A large Chinese Export rectangular platter with canted corners, floral swag border, a c...

Kangxi Period Chinese Export Armorial plates with coat of arms of Gosselin, Circa 1720, A Pair.

The Chinese porcelain armorial rectangular-shaped dish is decorated in the central well with the coat of arms of Skinner.

Chinese Export Porcelain armorial plate, Coat of Arms of Arbuthnott, Circa 1745 The Chinese armorial porcelain plate is painted in famille rose enamels with the Arms of Arbuthn...

Circa 1880-1900 China Kimono coat in densely embroidered midnight-blue silk satin in stem stitch and bow stitch dating from the late Qing period.

This elegant 19th century bronze-mounted Chinese table lamp was produced, circa 1880. The beautiful hand painted enamel coated metal vase with the deep blue color and the great deta...

China Trade Porcelain: Patterns of Exchange, Clare La Corbeiller, pages 61-63.

Steel base is powder coated for use outdoors. Additional dimensions: Base: 29" W x 18" D x 1.25" H.

Originally used for salt pickling foods in a provincial kitchen, this early 20th century stoneware jar from southern China is coated inside and out with a dark brown glaze.

Pair of early 20th century Chinese elmwood chairs with "coat-hanger" crest rails, curved backsplats, and woven reed seats.

This mid-19th century two door cabinet from China's Hebei province is still coated in a lustrous black lacquer finish after nearly two centuries of use.

Virtually resistant to water, acid, and heat, lacquer has been used to coat Chinese furniture since the Neolithic period.

Originally used for pickling foods, this monumental early 20th century vessel from China's Shanxi province is coated inside and out with a dark glaze.

Vandekar of Knightsbridge (CA) Notes: At the Coats Collection of Chinese Armorial Porcleain on June 20, 2006 a single plate sold for £1,680 (US$ 2,487) inc. premium

Made for the Western market, These hand embroidered silk on silk Chinese coats are becoming increasingly difficult to find.

Entirely embroidered by hand this piece was most likely meant for ceremonial or theatrical purposes.

Victorian Black Multicolored Silk Chinese Hand Embroidered Coat

Amusing coat hanger attributed to Maison des Bambous, representing a Chinese magot looking over a fence.

1920's antique silk square Edwardian Piano Shawl 48"x54",with braided trim and 29" fringe all around. Gold/White Japonesque embroidered floral designs on a blazing red silk. Chinese ...

A truly stunning and unusual color combination is used for this hand embroidered silk on silk shawl which is also exceptionally large. It is suitable to wear or use at a decorative i...

A rare color combination makes this beautiful antique hand embroidered Chinese shawl a stand out in the textile category. Deep chocolate brown is used for the background silk which i...

A gorgeous silk long skirt with yellow, green and white abstract shapes including glowers and leaves on a brown background from John Galliano for Christian Dior. It is semi fitted t...

A fabulous black silk dress from an early collection of Alexander McQueen. It skims the body has a scoop neckline and 3 rows of ruffles beginning at knee level in the front and 8 sta...

2000s Roberto Cavalli gold dress embellished in large sequins paillette, drop waist flapper style, and racer back. Marked size 40IT fit size 4/6 Measurement: Bust fit up to 34” Wais...

1890S Purple Wool Victorian With Taffeta Cape

Collector’s item chanel vintage heart vanity in black patent with gold hardware. Original condition. No touch ups or recoloring. Slight cloudiness to the patent surface due to storag...

A fabulous rust orange striped wool sweater from Jean Paul Gaultier. It has long sleeves, a standup collar with functional silver buttons closure along it's side and one shoulder and...

Versace Iconic Sequins and Beads Multicolour Long Dress Unique and rare long multicolour dress totally made in italy in italian size range 40 Beads and sequins all over

GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Knit Fitted Button Front Dress Circa: 1998 Label(s): Givenchy / Couture / Made In France / Paris / 8HG 8520152830 Desig...

A fabulous leopard print denim sleeveless vest, jacket, top from Jean Paul Gaultier's Junior Gaultier line. It is sleeveless with a collar, button chest pockets, gold Gaultier inscri...

NWT Vintage Valentino Sheer Side Silk Embellished Dress Gown US size - 6 F/W Runway 2006 This is a stunning Valentino and it is almost shocking when you realize how deep that side pa...

Presenting a fabulous black pleated Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche dress, designed by Tom Ford. From the Fall/Winter 2002 collection, this dress is constructed of semi-sheer layered ...

Vintage gingham and floral printed wool pleated skirt by Emanuel Ungaro. Unlined with side zip and button closure. The marked size is a 12/ 46, and the skirt fits like a modern size ...