Description: A Set of 5 Antique Original Chinese Embroidered black Silk consisting of two Purses, an Eyeglasses case, a Fan cover and an Envelope, embroidered with gold and silver threads, black silk tassels, Qing dynasty, 19th century. They come with a very heavy wooden frame, dimensions: 72x61x8 cm., the glass is broken. Condition: good for their age, despite minor wear, as seen in the photos. Provenience: bought from a European auction house. Many traditional Chinese and Manchu garments included no pockets, so men and women carried fans, eyeglasses, chopsticks, incense, money, tobacco, and other small personal objects in decorative bags attached to their belts, buttons, or collars. Finely made bags became fashionable status symbols, and wealthy people frequently exchanged them as gifts. By the late Qing period, professional workshops created pouches in matched sets, often patterned with auspicious imagery. Shipping cost: 300 USD if you want to have the set + the frame.FREE shipping if you want to have the set only. SHIPPING: Worldwide by Registered Airmail with tracking number. PLEASE ASK: If you have questions regarding the item, contact us before making an offer. We prefer that you ask questions before you buy.Good communication will make the transaction smoother for all involved.GUARANTEE: The buyer has right to return the item, if it is not as described.
Price: 9998 USD
Location: Malmoe
End Time: 2024-09-04T06:34:29.000Z
Shipping Cost: 110 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Type: Purses
Region of Origin: China
Age: 1850-1900
Primary Material: Silk & Fabric
Original/Reproduction: Original