Accession Number
2005.5.506.2
Title
Silk Tapestry Weave Sleeve Band
Category
clothing
Object Type
sleeve band
Artist
unknown
Date Made
date unknown
Place Made
China
Culture
Chinese
Period
Qing 19th century
Materials
ink; silk; silk brocade; silk satin; silk tapestry weave; silk brocade ribbon; adhesive
Materials Glossary
Tapestry Weave; Brocade
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overall: 65.6 cm x 28.1 cm
Description
A silk tapestry weave sleeve band that has been attached to a thick brocade border and lining, possibly to recreate it into a decorative object. This sleeve band mirrors the scene of its partner, which depicts five…
A silk tapestry weave sleeve band that has been attached to a thick brocade border and lining, possibly to recreate it into a decorative object. This sleeve band mirrors the scene of its partner, which depicts five children - all boys - playing in a garden amongst peonies, peaches, trees, and rocks. The children are dressed in garments that were popular for youth in the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911). A boy near the top of the band holds a conch shell, which is an auspicious Buddhist symbol. Although this band is woven in kesi, details have been added with painted ink, including colour gradients in the flowers and children's clothing. Sleeve bands are the wide decorated cuffs attached to women's robes and jackets, often made and sold separately from the rest of the garment. They became important commercial objects in the Qing Dynasty as they are modular accessories that could be purchased in a market and attached to the garment at home.
Credit Line
Gift of Sandy and Cécile Mactaggart
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"2005.5.506.2 - Silk Tapestry Weave Sleeve Band, Mactaggart Art Collection." University of Alberta Museums Search Site, https://search.museums.ualberta.ca/21-20804. Accessed 31 Aug. 2024.