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Chinese Miao ethnic minority baby carrier
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Pre 1940 item# 618001 (stock#EMT113)
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Asian Ethnic Artifacts
404-377-7210
$645
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This is a very finely embroidered baby carrier from LiPing region. Threads of green and purple silk are used in satin embroidery stitches which are so heavy and so finely done that they almost totally cover the hand-loomed fabric. Additional decorative elements include border areas banded with tiny triangular folded fabric and hand-loomed bands.The upper portion of the carrier would be used to protect the baby's head from the elements. The 3 tassles indicated either that the mother has 3 c ...click for details
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Miao Chinese ethnic minority baby carrier
Vintage Arts:
Regional Art:
Asian:
Chinese:
Textiles:
Pre 1940 item# 543579 (stock#ZEMT105)
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Asian Ethnic Artifacts
404-377-7210
sold
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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.
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