Chinese Ethnic Minority Miao Baby Carrier from Ge Jia

Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Chinese: Textiles Pre 1940: item #552627
EMT110

Incredible precision is the hallmark of this hand embroidered baby carrier from Ge Jia. The piece is bordered with batik and hand stitch detail which is so fine and precise that it looks like it was done on a machine but it was definately done by hand. This carrier is in very good condition. This older style is now highly prized and rarely appear on the market. baby carrier is 23 inches wide at the top and 27 inches long.

Chinese ethnic minority Miao baby carrier from Anshun

Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Chinese: Textiles Pre 1930: item #551364
EMT108

There are many hopes expressed in this baby carrier: red cotton background fabric for the joy of having the baby, the yellow golden embroidered thread patterned in sun symbols and swirling lines throughout the carrier are the wind blowing the bees and pollen around the fields for a sucessfull harvest. Carrier is divided by a strip of very fine needlepoint for added strength. The upper portion of the carrier covers the baby's head from elements and lower portion supports for baby's body. piece ... Click for details

A Chinese Silk Framed Double Happiness Symbol

Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Chinese: Textiles Pre 1940: item #550185

The inner design with satin floral and gold phoenix birds on the raised fabric. Symbols associated with the Chinese marriage ceremony. 26 x 21 1/2 inches framed, fine condition.

Miao Chinese Ethnic Minority Panel from 100 Bird Coat

Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Chinese: Textiles Pre 1950: item #547494
EMT107

This is presumed to be central panel taken from 100 bird coat from the Bai Ling area. It has been bordered and backed by new fabric. The central panel is very tightly split-thread satin-stitched embroidery over a silk felted (non-woven) fabric. This piece is in pristine condition, and measures approximately 30" by 30"

Yi Chinese ethnic minority child's dress

Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Chinese: Textiles Pre 1950: item #546639
EMT109

This old traditional Yi minority child's dress is made from hand-loomed fabric with batik detailing and button closure. It has clearly been worn a few times but is still in very good condition. sleeve to sleeve, piece measures approx 36" and is about 18" long. approx 65 years old

Miao Chinese ethnic minority baby carrier

Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Chinese: Textiles Pre 1940: item #543579
ZEMT105

This 60 year old baby carrier from Yunnan province uses several fiber art techniques. The top border is all chain stitch with couching outlines. This section is followed by a band of intricately folded triangular bits of fabric. The main body of the piece uses quilted applique technique which is banded on the sides with batiked fabric. All these elements of color and texture work in wonderful harmony. This piece has had obvious use.

Chinese ethnic minority Miao baby carrier

Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Chinese: Textiles Pre 1980: item #540650
EMT103

This Miao Baby carrier is from the Bai Ling region of China. As is typical of this region, the straps are embroidered. This attractive piece was probably only used for a few festivals before being stored away for the next generations use. In excellant condition, it measures 38" long.

Chinese ethnic minority Shui Baby Carrier

Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Chinese: Textiles Pre 1940: item #540641
EMT102

Elaborately embroidered Shui baby carrier with horsehair wrapped thread on lower half. Although this carrier shows extensive use,and has some patches around the upper edges, it has retained its beauty. Measures approx 20" x 36"

Miao Chinese Ethnic Minority baby carrier panel

Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Chinese: Textiles Pre 1930: item #538578
EMT101

This old panel is thickly Dazi embroidered in a banded pattern to reflect the terraced mountains sides of the Miao homeland. The panel uses lovely soft pinks and grays which are not adequately represented in the pictures. A beautiful piece in beautiful condition. 80 years old from Ge Yi. approx 21" x 23"

Chinese Embroidery

Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Chinese: Textiles Pre 1950: item #527541
1421

Japan 1925-1950 Brocade, satin stitch, seed stitch, and applique work. The seed stitch (also called "Peking" or "forbidden" stitch) is as finely done as 18th and 19 century work. Excellent condition save for two tiny stains. 14" x 14"