Republic of China. 1912-1949

China National Silk Museum, Hangzhou

Inv. No. 1404

L121.5cm, W42.6cm

The commending elegance and subtlety of this sleeveless qi-pao is achieved by the overall white-laced flowers exquisitely worked on a blue ground. A similar but deeper blue satin material is used for the hem and the frogs. The airy material, sleeveless cut and gathered waist all contribute to a readiness in bringing out the best in the figure of a female. (XZ)