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Paul Haig and collaborator Marla Shelton have written "Threads of Gold: Antique Chinese Textiles from Ming to Ch'ing." This book is a comprehensive guide to collectible Chinese textiles. Published by Schiffer Publishing, Ltd., Threads of Gold includes an extensive number of textile examples along with an easy to follow grading system to assist in determining value. Threads of Gold is beautifully illustrated with over 500 detailed photos of ceremonial court robes, badges and decorative textiles dating from the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) to the Ch'ing Dynasty (1644-1911). It is designed for historians, Asian studies scholars and textiles collectors, from beginning to advanced, as a real-world representation of available pieces and an in-depth study. It is a must for appraisers and connoisseurs alike.

Purchase copies from antiquechinesetextiles.com. $60 +s/h.

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Chinese Embroidered Silk Child's Hat Catalogue: Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Chinese: Textiles: Pre 1950 item# 564920 (stock# HG 5208,05)
click for details		Haig's of Rochester Fine Art and Jewelry Tel.248-652-3660 $750 each
A child’s hat, featuring couched metallic thread embroidery stuffed with batting to give the animal features a three dimensional quality, and other elements of satin stitch embroidery. This hat is quite charming and unique, and very well made. The hat is backed with thin leather. Early twentieth century. Dimensions: 15” x 13” This item ...click for details

Chinese Textile- Embroidered Children's Collars Catalogue: Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Chinese: Textiles: Pre 1960 item# 564447 (stock# HG 5232)
click for details		Haig's of Rochester Fine Art and Jewelry Tel.248-652-3660 $450
These children’s collars are quite charming and elaborate, made in the form of lions to protect the child who wears it from evil spirits and give luck. They have many decorative elements, which include embroidery, fur, metallic threads, and beading. Early 20th century. Dimensions: 8.75” x 6” This item is featured in gallery owner ...click for details

Uncut Chinese Textile- Embroidery on Blue Silk Catalogue: Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Chinese: Textiles: Pre 1960 item# 564440 (stock# HG 5244)
click for details		Haig's of Rochester Fine Art and Jewelry Tel.248-652-3660 $225
This piece is an uncut embroidery of bright blue silk satin embroidered with couched metallic threads and satin stitch. Twentieth century. Dimensions: 12” x 17” This item is featured in gallery owner Paul Haig’s new book, Threads Of Gold: Chinese Textiles Ming to Ch’ing, available now from Schiffer Books and our website!

Antique Chinese Textiles- Embroidered Silk Panels Catalogue: Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Chinese: Textiles: Pre 1930 item# 564431 (stock# 5231-1)
click for details		Haig's of Rochester Fine Art and Jewelry Tel.248-652-3660 $125
These small panels are made of long and short stitches on silk gauze, and kept in paper. They may be panels for a pouch or handkerchief holders, though they were most likely made for the western market. Dimensions: 6.5” x 7” This item is featured in gallery owner Paul Haig’s new book, Threads Of Gold: Chinese Textiles Ming to Ch’ ...click for details

Indonesian Painted Singha Sumatra Toba Batak Catalogue: Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Southeast Asian: Wood: Pre 1930 item# 556904 (stock# HG 10294)
click for details		Haig's of Rochester Fine Art and Jewelry Tel.248-652-3660 $475.00

Chinese table runner made from two panels Catalogue: Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Pre 1900 item# 317410 (stock# HG 13665)
click for details		Haig's of Rochester Fine Art and Jewelry Tel.248-652-3660 $195
This piece is made from two embroidered silk panels, each featuring stylized insects and flowers in rondel shapes. The piece has a blue and gold and black trim, featuring satin-stitch flowers and couched gold threads. The piece can be broken down into two panels, and is in good condition. No restoration is needed. C. 1860 Dimensions: 78"L x 14"W

Khyber Pass Knife Catalogue: Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Central Asian: Metalwork: Pre 1950 item# 183709 (stock# CHG 1403)
click for details		Haig's of Rochester Fine Art and Jewelry Tel.248-652-3660 $125
Khyber Pass knife with two of three accent knifes. Blade has good form and is lightly rusted. Handle done in horn and wood. Circa 1940s. This weapon comes out of an old Chicago estate. Length: 16"

Vintage Japanese woodblock print: Fujita Catalogue: Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Woodblock Prints: Pre 1950 item# 111993 (stock# CHG 0269)
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A vintage Japanese woodblock print done by artist Fujita depicting horses and trees. In very good condition Dimensions: 11" X 15" PLEASE NOTE that we are a working gallery. No one will be available to answer questions on the weekends and holidays.

Vintage wood, shell Mai mask: New Guinea Catalogue: Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Oceanic: Pre 1950 item# 109348 (stock# HG 10293)
click for details		Haig's of Rochester Fine Art and Jewelry Tel.248-652-3660 $1,100
A vintage mask of the Mai tribe from Middle Sepik River area in New Guinea. Nicely carved face with flaring nostrils. Conch shells are used for eyes and for the beard area while feathers and other organic materials are tied to create hair. Beautiful curvilinear designs are painted in white to decorate the face (they may perhaps be tattoos or tribal facial decorations). This piece was collected in the 1960s in Australia ...click for details

Lively African textile: Zaire Catalogue: Vintage Arts: Regional Art: African: Textiles: Pre 1930 item# 106295 (stock# CHG 0604)
click for details		Haig's of Rochester Fine Art and Jewelry Tel.248-652-3660 $130
Vintage African material from Zaire; nicely appliqued and done in four sections. A lively, abstract design. Dimensions: 8' x 20" PLEASE NOTE that we are a working gallery. No one will be available to answer questions on the weekends and holidays.

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