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Lot# 3001

A Chinese Official Robe with Integral Rank Badge

China.
Late Qing Dynasty.
Constructed with center front opening using two fabrics, the black silk woven with Shou longevity roundels and embroidered with second rank civil official Mandarin square badge of golden pheasants in golden couched threads, embellished of coral beads forming the sun. The interior with pink lining, the front opening is applied with five gilt sphere buttons.
Length 45 inches (114.3 cm).
Provenance: Sale of items to benefit the Monterey History and Art Association. This non-profitassociation has been a guiding force in preservingMontereys history since the founding of the association in 1931. Guarding Montereys precious historic assets and the preservation and presentation of its historical heritage for future enjoyment has been made possible by citizens who care and give generously of their time and resources.

The Associations mission is to sharethe histories and the diverse legacies of people, stories, and places that continue to shape Monterey. It possesses extensive collections of furnishings, paintings, photographs, costumes, books, manuscripts, and other artifacts focused on Monterey and California.
Condition: Age related fading in lining.

Estimate: $2000 - $3000

A Chinese Official Robe with Integral Rank Badge

Lot# 3001

Estimate: $2000 - $3000

Lot# 3002

Chinese Silk Official Robe with Integral Rank Badge

China.
Late Qing Dynasty.
Constructed with center front opening using two fabrics, the black damask silk gauze woven with Shou longevity roundels and embroidered with second rank civil official Mandarin square rank badge of golden pheasants in golden couched threads, unlined, the front opening applied with five gilt sphere buttons.
Length 43 inches (109.2 cm).
Provenance: Sale of items to benefit the Monterey History and Art Association. This non-profitassociation has been a guiding force in preservingMontereys history since the founding of the association in 1931. Guarding Montereys precious historic assets and the preservation and presentation of its historical heritage for future enjoyment has been made possible by citizens who care and give generously of their time and resources.

The Associations mission is to sharethe histories and the diverse legacies of people, stories, and places that continue to shape Monterey. It possesses extensive collections of furnishings, paintings, photographs, costumes, books, manuscripts, and other artifacts focused on Monterey and California.
Condition: Minor fading.

Estimate: $2000 - $3000

Chinese Silk Official Robe with Integral Rank Badge

Lot# 3002

Estimate: $2000 - $3000

Lot# 3003

A Chinese Official Gauze Robe with Dragon Roundels

Finely tailored with two pieces of black gauze fabric, the front opening robe embroidered in a fine gold-wrapped thread, with four giant five-clawed dragons amid Buddhist treasure symbols and above Lishui waves and soaring mountain roundels, the front and back roundel with front-facing dragons, two roundels on the shoulders are with side-facing dragons. Hemmed without lining, with five gilt sphere buttons.
Length 43 1/2 inches (110.4 cm).
Provenance: Sale of items to benefit the Monterey History and Art Association. This non-profitassociation has been a guiding force in preservingMontereys history since the founding of the association in 1931. Guarding Montereys precious historic assets and the preservation and presentation of its historical heritage for future enjoyment has been made possible by citizens who care and give generously of their time and resources.

The Associations mission is to sharethe histories and the diverse legacies of people, stories, and places that continue to shape Monterey. It possesses extensive collections of furnishings, paintings, photographs, costumes, books, manuscripts, and other artifacts focused on Monterey and California.

Estimate: $2000 - $3000

A Chinese Official Gauze Robe with Dragon Roundels

Lot# 3003

Estimate: $2000 - $3000

Lot# 3004

A Chinese Official Robe with Integral Rank Badge

Constructed using two fabrics, the black damask silk gauze is woven with circular Crane roundels in golden couched threads, the front opening applied with five gilt sphere buttons, unlined.
Length: 52 1/2 inches (133.3 cm).
Provenance: Sale of items to benefit the Monterey History and Art Association. This non-profitassociation has been a guiding force in preservingMontereys history since the founding of the association in 1931. Guarding Montereys precious historic assets and the preservation and presentation of its historical heritage for future enjoyment has been made possible by citizens who care and give generously of their time and resources.

The Associations mission is to sharethe histories and the diverse legacies of people, stories, and places that continue to shape Monterey. It possesses extensive collections of furnishings, paintings, photographs, costumes, books, manuscripts, and other artifacts focused on Monterey and California.

Estimate: $1500 - $2000

A Chinese Official Robe with Integral Rank Badge

Lot# 3004

Estimate: $1500 - $2000

Lot# 3005

Two Chinese Mens Winter Robes

The first, a dark blue ground silk robe, the fabric woven with giant dragon chasing flaming pearl roundels, the right side opening applied with five gilt brass sphere buttons, heavily padded with pale green silk the second, a finely tailored with center opening and layered sleeves black ground silk robe, royal blue silk lining, applied with five gilt brass buttons.
Longest: Length 55 inches (139.7 cm).
Provenance: Sale of items to benefit the Monterey History and Art Association. This non-profitassociation has been a guiding force in preservingMontereys history since the founding of the association in 1931. Guarding Montereys precious historic assets and the preservation and presentation of its historical heritage for future enjoyment has been made possible by citizens who care and give generously of their time and resources.

The Associations mission is to sharethe histories and the diverse legacies of people, stories, and places that continue to shape Monterey. It possesses extensive collections of furnishings, paintings, photographs, costumes, books, manuscripts, and other artifacts focused on Monterey and California.
Condition: Minor wear.

Estimate: $300 - $500

Two Chinese Mens Winter Robes

Lot# 3005

Estimate: $300 - $500

Lot# 3005A

A Chinese Mens Blue Ground silk robe

Late 19th to early 20th Century.
Finely tailored with right side opening, the sleeves end with horse hoof cuffs, the dark blue ground silk fabric woven with repeated Buddhist Eight treasure symbols and Ruyi head pattern decorations, the closure applied with five gilt brass sphere buttons.
Length: 52 inches (132.08 cm).
Provenance: Sale of items to benefit the Monterey History and Art Association. This non-profitassociation has been a guiding force in preservingMontereys history since the founding of the association in 1931. Guarding Montereys precious historic assets and the preservation and presentation of its historical heritage for future enjoyment has been made possible by citizens who care and give generously of their time and resources.

The Associations mission is to sharethe histories and the diverse legacies of people, stories, and places that continue to shape Monterey. It possesses extensive collections of furnishings, paintings, photographs, costumes, books, manuscripts, and other artifacts focused on Monterey and California.
Minor age related discoloration and wear.

Estimate: $300 - $500

A Chinese Mens Blue Ground silk robe

Lot# 3005A

Estimate: $300 - $500

Lot# 3006

Two Chinese Ladys Informal Silk Jackets

The first, side opening black ground jacket, embroidered in couched gilt threads, blue and white satin stitches, to depict figures in various leisure pursuing activities, surrounded by Buddhist eight treasure symbols and other auspicious emblems, all above the Lishui stripe, the ivory ground sleeve bands incorporating Children at play scenes the Second, a center opening gold ground silk jacket, finely embroidered in polychrome satin stitches with floral and temple roundels, the collar, sleeves, and hams bordered with finely embroidered floral decorations.
Longest: Length 26 inches (66 cm).
Provenance: Sale of items to benefit the Monterey History and Art Association. This non-profitassociation has been a guiding force in preservingMontereys history since the founding of the association in 1931. Guarding Montereys precious historic assets and the preservation and presentation of its historical heritage for future enjoyment has been made possible by citizens who care and give generously of their time and resources.

The Associations mission is to sharethe histories and the diverse legacies of people, stories, and places that continue to shape Monterey. It possesses extensive collections of furnishings, paintings, photographs, costumes, books, manuscripts, and other artifacts focused on Monterey and California.

Estimate: $1000 - $1500

Two Chinese Ladys Informal Silk Jackets

Lot# 3006

Estimate: $1000 - $1500

Lot# 3007

A Chinese Ladys Informal Robe

Constructed with a front center opening, the black ground robe is finely embroidered in polychrome satin stitches and forbidden stitches to depict butterflies amongst scattered fruiting, flowering, and leafy stems, the border decorated with partial Buddhist treasure symbols, fruits, and flowering in blue and white stitches.
Length 45 inches (114.3 cm).
Provenance: Sale of items to benefit the Monterey History and Art Association. This non-profitassociation has been a guiding force in preservingMontereys history since the founding of the association in 1931. Guarding Montereys precious historic assets and the preservation and presentation of its historical heritage for future enjoyment has been made possible by citizens who care and give generously of their time and resources.

The Associations mission is to sharethe histories and the diverse legacies of people, stories, and places that continue to shape Monterey. It possesses extensive collections of furnishings, paintings, photographs, costumes, books, manuscripts, and other artifacts focused on Monterey and California.
Condition: Age related wear, fading, the sleeves shorted and altered.

Estimate: $1000 - $1500

A Chinese Ladys Informal Robe

Lot# 3007

Estimate: $1000 - $1500

Lot# 3008

Two Chinese Black Silk Floral Jackets and A Crane Robes

Comprising two similar Chinese ladys black ground jackets with embroidered floral decorations and a black ground ladys robe with embroidered crane decorations.
Longest: Length 46 inches (116.8 cm).
Provenance: Sale of items to benefit the Monterey History and Art Association. This non-profitassociation has been a guiding force in preservingMontereys history since the founding of the association in 1931. Guarding Montereys precious historic assets and the preservation and presentation of its historical heritage for future enjoyment has been made possible by citizens who care and give generously of their time and resources.

The Associations mission is to sharethe histories and the diverse legacies of people, stories, and places that continue to shape Monterey. It possesses extensive collections of furnishings, paintings, photographs, costumes, books, manuscripts, and other artifacts focused on Monterey and California.

Estimate: $300 - $500

Lot# 3009

A Chinese Midnight Blue Ground Ladys Informal Robe

Constructed with right side closure, the blue silk robe embroidered with flowers and plants, the collar, sleeve bands, and hem embroidered with figures in various activities on an ivory ground.
Length 47 inches (119.3 cm).
Provenance: Sale of items to benefit the Monterey History and Art Association. This non-profitassociation has been a guiding force in preservingMontereys history since the founding of the association in 1931. Guarding Montereys precious historic assets and the preservation and presentation of its historical heritage for future enjoyment has been made possible by citizens who care and give generously of their time and resources.

The Associations mission is to sharethe histories and the diverse legacies of people, stories, and places that continue to shape Monterey. It possesses extensive collections of furnishings, paintings, photographs, costumes, books, manuscripts, and other artifacts focused on Monterey and California.
Condition: Fraying, button losses.

Estimate: $400 - $600

Lot# 3010

Kesi-Woven Blue Ground Silk Dragon Robe

China.
Late Qing dynasty.
Intricately woven in gilt-wrapped threads and polychrome colors on the light blue ground to depict nine dragons surrounded by clouds, Buddhist eight treasure symbols, and other auspicious emblems, all against a floral diaper pattern above Lishui border.
Length 52 1/2 inches (133.3 cm).
Provenance: Sale of items to benefit the Monterey History and Art Association. This non-profitassociation has been a guiding force in preservingMontereys history since the founding of the association in 1931. Guarding Montereys precious historic assets and the preservation and presentation of its historical heritage for future enjoyment has been made possible by citizens who care and give generously of their time and resources.

The Associations mission is to sharethe histories and the diverse legacies of people, stories, and places that continue to shape Monterey. It possesses extensive collections of furnishings, paintings, photographs, costumes, books, manuscripts, and other artifacts focused on Monterey and California.
Condition: Fraying, some areas of loss.

Estimate: $3000 - $5000

Kesi-Woven Blue Ground Silk Dragon Robe

Lot# 3010

Estimate: $3000 - $5000

Lot# 3011

A Chinese Blue Ground Woven Silk Dragon Robe Jifu

Finely woven with nine dragons amidst clouds, scattered Buddhist emblems, and precious objects above a Lishui wave band, all on a dark blue ground with similarly embroidered designs on black to the collar with horse-hoofs cuffs.
Length 56 inches (142.2 cm).
Provenance: Sale of items to benefit the Monterey History and Art Association. This non-profitassociation has been a guiding force in preservingMontereys history since the founding of the association in 1931. Guarding Montereys precious historic assets and the preservation and presentation of its historical heritage for future enjoyment has been made possible by citizens who care and give generously of their time and resources.

The Associations mission is to sharethe histories and the diverse legacies of people, stories, and places that continue to shape Monterey. It possesses extensive collections of furnishings, paintings, photographs, costumes, books, manuscripts, and other artifacts focused on Monterey and California.

Estimate: $1800 - $2500

A Chinese Blue Ground Woven Silk Dragon Robe Jifu

Lot# 3011

Estimate: $1800 - $2500

Lot# 3012

A Chinese Midnight Blue Ground Ladys Informal Robe

China.
Late Qing Dynasty.
Finely embroidered with butterflies amongst scattered fruiting and flowering, leafy stems, lined.
Length 43 inches (109.2 cm).
Provenance: Sale of items to benefit the Monterey History and Art Association. This non-profitassociation has been a guiding force in preservingMontereys history since the founding of the association in 1931. Guarding Montereys precious historic assets and the preservation and presentation of its historical heritage for future enjoyment has been made possible by citizens who care and give generously of their time and resources.

The Associations mission is to sharethe histories and the diverse legacies of people, stories, and places that continue to shape Monterey. It possesses extensive collections of furnishings, paintings, photographs, costumes, books, manuscripts, and other artifacts focused on Monterey and California.

Condition: Fading, staining, losses.

Estimate: $600 - $800

Lot# 3013

A Chinese Blue-Ground Summer Gauze Dragon Robe

Finely embroidered in couched gold thread and counted stitch with the prescribed nine five-clawed dragons, two on the front and back shown front facing while the others reach for the pearl, all amidst ruyi clouds interspersed with the attributes of the Eight Taoist immortals and bats, all set above Lishui stripes and terrestrial diagrams emerging from crashing waves and soared mountain the sleeves terminating in horse-hoof cuffs, the collar band and cuffs similarly embroidered.
Length 56 inches (142.2 cm).
Provenance: Sale of items to benefit the Monterey History and Art Association. This non-profitassociation has been a guiding force in preservingMontereys history since the founding of the association in 1931. Guarding Montereys precious historic assets and the preservation and presentation of its historical heritage for future enjoyment has been made possible by citizens who care and give generously of their time and resources.

The Associations mission is to sharethe histories and the diverse legacies of people, stories, and places that continue to shape Monterey. It possesses extensive collections of furnishings, paintings, photographs, costumes, books, manuscripts, and other artifacts focused on Monterey and California.

Estimate: $4000 - $6000

A Chinese Blue-Ground Summer Gauze Dragon Robe

Lot# 3013

Estimate: $4000 - $6000

Lot# 3014

A Chinese Blue-Ground Silk Dragon Robe

The robe is finely woven and embroidered in counted-stitch and couched gold threads with nine five-clawed dragons confronting flaming pearls interspersed with clouds and Buddhist Emblems above the terrestrial diagram and turbulent waves.
Length 55 1/2 inches (140.9 cm).
Provenance: Sale of items to benefit the Monterey History and Art Association. This non-profitassociation has been a guiding force in preservingMontereys history since the founding of the association in 1931. Guarding Montereys precious historic assets and the preservation and presentation of its historical heritage for future enjoyment has been made possible by citizens who care and give generously of their time and resources.

The Associations mission is to sharethe histories and the diverse legacies of people, stories, and places that continue to shape Monterey. It possesses extensive collections of furnishings, paintings, photographs, costumes, books, manuscripts, and other artifacts focused on Monterey and California.

Estimate: $3000 - $5000

A Chinese Blue-Ground Silk Dragon Robe

Lot# 3014

Estimate: $3000 - $5000

Lot# 3015

A Chinese Blue-Ground Ladys Informal Robe

Constructed with right side closure, the blue silk brocade informal robe woven with Shou and Infinity symbols medallions, the collar and hem embroidered in gold-wrapped threads depicting figures in various activities, with foliated ivory ground sleeve bands.
Length 55 inches (139.7 cm).
Provenance: Sale of items to benefit the Monterey History and Art Association. This non-profitassociation has been a guiding force in preservingMontereys history since the founding of the association in 1931. Guarding Montereys precious historic assets and the preservation and presentation of its historical heritage for future enjoyment has been made possible by citizens who care and give generously of their time and resources.

The Associations mission is to sharethe histories and the diverse legacies of people, stories, and places that continue to shape Monterey. It possesses extensive collections of furnishings, paintings, photographs, costumes, books, manuscripts, and other artifacts focused on Monterey and California.
Condition: Wear and losses.

Estimate: $400 - $600

A Chinese Blue-Ground Ladys Informal Robe

Lot# 3015

Estimate: $400 - $600

Lot# 3016

A Chinese Light Blue Ground Ladys Informal Robe

The silk brocade informal robe with right opening and woven with Bajixian Buddhist treasure symbols medallions lined with a wide black band decorated with foliated ribbons.
Length 54 inches (137.1 cm).
Provenance: Sale of items to benefit the Monterey History and Art Association. This non-profitassociation has been a guiding force in preservingMontereys history since the founding of the association in 1931. Guarding Montereys precious historic assets and the preservation and presentation of its historical heritage for future enjoyment has been made possible by citizens who care and give generously of their time and resources.

The Associations mission is to sharethe histories and the diverse legacies of people, stories, and places that continue to shape Monterey. It possesses extensive collections of furnishings, paintings, photographs, costumes, books, manuscripts, and other artifacts focused on Monterey and California.
Condition: Some fraying and stains.

Estimate: $500 - $800

A Chinese Light Blue Ground Ladys Informal Robe

Lot# 3016

Estimate: $500 - $800

Lot# 3017

Two Chinese Ladys Informal Robes

The first, a green ground robe constructed with right side opening woven with bats motif applied with gilt, purple and blue band and ribbons decorated with flower sprays worked to the collars, the sleeve bands finely embroidered with birds amongst scatter flowering and other auspicious objects the second, a light blue ground robe constructed with right side opening, woven with floral decoration, applied to the border with blue and white bands and ribbons of floral decorations.
Longest: Length 40 1/2 inches (102.8 cm).
Provenance: Sale of items to benefit the Monterey History and Art Association. This non-profitassociation has been a guiding force in preservingMontereys history since the founding of the association in 1931. Guarding Montereys precious historic assets and the preservation and presentation of its historical heritage for future enjoyment has been made possible by citizens who care and give generously of their time and resources.

The Associations mission is to sharethe histories and the diverse legacies of people, stories, and places that continue to shape Monterey. It possesses extensive collections of furnishings, paintings, photographs, costumes, books, manuscripts, and other artifacts focused on Monterey and California.
Condition: Age related wear, losses and fading.

Estimate: $800 - $1200

Two Chinese Ladys Informal Robes

Lot# 3017

Estimate: $800 - $1200

Lot# 3018

Two Chinese Silk Embroidered Ladys Informal Robe

The first is a right-side robe with embroidered figural collar band and hems on the green ground the second is a center opening pale blue robe embroidered with scattered flower baskets and flowering, the black ground collar and ham bands with ham bands floral decorations.
Length 39 inches (99 cm).
Provenance: Sale of items to benefit the Monterey History and Art Association. This non-profitassociation has been a guiding force in preservingMontereys history since the founding of the association in 1931. Guarding Montereys precious historic assets and the preservation and presentation of its historical heritage for future enjoyment has been made possible by citizens who care and give generously of their time and resources.

The Associations mission is to sharethe histories and the diverse legacies of people, stories, and places that continue to shape Monterey. It possesses extensive collections of furnishings, paintings, photographs, costumes, books, manuscripts, and other artifacts focused on Monterey and California.
Condition: Age related fraying, some losses on the green robe.

Estimate: $600 - $800

Two Chinese Silk Embroidered Ladys Informal Robe

Lot# 3018

Estimate: $600 - $800

Lot# 3019

Two Chinese Yellow Ground Ladys Silk Embroidered Robes

The first, a ladys informal robe with right side opening, embroidered against a black satin ground with decorated borders the second, a 20th-century ladys robe with center opening, embroidered with floral decoration against a yellow ground.
Longest: Length 42 1/4 inches (107.3 cm).
Provenance: Sale of items to benefit the Monterey History and Art Association. This non-profitassociation has been a guiding force in preservingMontereys history since the founding of the association in 1931. Guarding Montereys precious historic assets and the preservation and presentation of its historical heritage for future enjoyment has been made possible by citizens who care and give generously of their time and resources.

The Associations mission is to sharethe histories and the diverse legacies of people, stories, and places that continue to shape Monterey. It possesses extensive collections of furnishings, paintings, photographs, costumes, books, manuscripts, and other artifacts focused on Monterey and California.

Estimate: $300 - $500

Lot# 3020

Two Chinese Embroidered Silk Garments with Fur Linning

The first, a center opening informal robe, embroidered with colorful threads to depict flowers on the royal blue ground, the collar, sleeve band, and hem embroidered with figures in a garden setting, fur lining the second, a center opening maroon ground floral vest with fur lining and trim.
Longest: Length 42 3/4 inches (108.5 cm).
Provenance: Sale of items to benefit the Monterey History and Art Association. This non-profitassociation has been a guiding force in preservingMontereys history since the founding of the association in 1931. Guarding Montereys precious historic assets and the preservation and presentation of its historical heritage for future enjoyment has been made possible by citizens who care and give generously of their time and resources.

The Associations mission is to sharethe histories and the diverse legacies of people, stories, and places that continue to shape Monterey. It possesses extensive collections of furnishings, paintings, photographs, costumes, books, manuscripts, and other artifacts focused on Monterey and California.

Estimate: $500 - $800

Lot# 3021

A Manchu Lady Red Ground Gauze Informal Robe Qipao

China.
Late Qing Dynasty.
Constructed with side opening, the black borders and green sleeve bands embroidered with butterflies and various flowering sprigs, further bordered with woven floral ribbon and edged with black trims.
Length 52 inches (132 cm).
Provenance: Sale of items to benefit the Monterey History and Art Association. This non-profitassociation has been a guiding force in preservingMontereys history since the founding of the association in 1931. Guarding Montereys precious historic assets and the preservation and presentation of its historical heritage for future enjoyment has been made possible by citizens who care and give generously of their time and resources.

The Associations mission is to sharethe histories and the diverse legacies of people, stories, and places that continue to shape Monterey. It possesses extensive collections of furnishings, paintings, photographs, costumes, books, manuscripts, and other artifacts focused on Monterey and California.

Condition: Age related fading.

Estimate: $1500 - $2500

A Manchu Lady Red Ground Gauze Informal Robe Qipao

Lot# 3021

Estimate: $1500 - $2500

Lot# 3022

A Manchu Lady Cream Ground Silk Winter Robe Qipao

Late Qing Dynasty.
Constructed with side opening, the black borders and green sleeve bands embroidered with butterflies, peonies, and various flowering sprigs, further bordered with woven floral ribbon and edged with gold trims. Pink lining and padded.
Length 55 inches (139.7 cm).
Provenance: Sale of items to benefit the Monterey History and Art Association. This non-profitassociation has been a guiding force in preservingMontereys history since the founding of the association in 1931. Guarding Montereys precious historic assets and the preservation and presentation of its historical heritage for future enjoyment has been made possible by citizens who care and give generously of their time and resources.

The Associations mission is to sharethe histories and the diverse legacies of people, stories, and places that continue to shape Monterey. It possesses extensive collections of furnishings, paintings, photographs, costumes, books, manuscripts, and other artifacts focused on Monterey and California.
Condition: Age related wear, soiled, fading.

Estimate: $800 - $1500

A Manchu Lady Cream Ground Silk Winter Robe Qipao

Lot# 3022

Estimate: $800 - $1500

Lot# 3023

A Manchu Lady Purple Ground Informal Robe Qipao

Fashion in high collar, the right side opening robe with layered sleeves, finely embroidered in pink and white satin threads to depict flowering branches on a dark purple ground, the borders and sleeve bands embroidered en suite on a back satin ground. Lined with green silk.
Length 56 1/2 inches (143.5 cm).
Provenance: Sale of items to benefit the Monterey History and Art Association. This non-profitassociation has been a guiding force in preservingMontereys history since the founding of the association in 1931. Guarding Montereys precious historic assets and the preservation and presentation of its historical heritage for future enjoyment has been made possible by citizens who care and give generously of their time and resources.

The Associations mission is to sharethe histories and the diverse legacies of people, stories, and places that continue to shape Monterey. It possesses extensive collections of furnishings, paintings, photographs, costumes, books, manuscripts, and other artifacts focused on Monterey and California.

Estimate: $800 - $1500

A Manchu Lady Purple Ground Informal Robe Qipao

Lot# 3023

Estimate: $800 - $1500

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