Silk with multi-colored silk & gold brocade threads, linen waist band, embroidered satin bands to lower hems. China, 1920s

This radiant blue pair of silk woman’s trousers Ku shows vivid embroideries depicting vases with flowers as well as smaller floral arrangements and fruits. The hems at the lower part feature a pale satin band each with fine embroidered decors and gold brocade thread. The broad waistband is made of plain crème colored linen.

Shape: Ku trousers
Dimensions: Total width (measured at the waist) 53 cm; maximum length 98 cm
Condition: Good condition with few tiny tears and some loose threads
Provenance: Austrian private collection

民國藍緞五彩花卉紋女褲
品相良好，少有水跡及脫綫処
奧地利私人收藏