Qing dynasty

Xiapei with Cloud-Collar Construction

清代云肩式霞帔

The xiapei is part of a woman’s ceremonial dress; in the Qing it takes the form of a sleeveless vest finished with a fringe at the hem. This example is embroidered in dense compartments, its edges cut into cloud-head profiles — hence the “cloud collar” designation.

Object Details

Dynasty

Qing dynasty

Period

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Date

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Object type

Xiapei (ceremonial stole)

Material

Silk, gold-wrapped thread

Technique

Embroidery

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