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Tibetan Wedding Vest

About the Item

This striking silk long vest was created for a woman in 19th century Tibet. It was worn for special events and ceremonies such as weddings & religious celebrations, with many layers of clothing and jewelry. You can see an image of someone wearing it here. A rich purple silk is combined with panels of signature colorful Tibetan stripes with the accent of gold brocade on the sleeves. The gold brocade may have been important from India, due to the boteh design, and the vibrant cotton lining was imported from Russia.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 48.5 in (123.19 cm)Width: 16.5 in (41.91 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Cotton,Silk,Woven
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Brooklyn, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Inventory number: WR50051stDibs: LU9245237487052
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