Framed Yao Baiku Hilltribe Skirt
Stock No
SKIRT21
2013
- £1,650.00
- €1,946 Euro
- $2,198 US Dollar
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Item Description
This is a stunning way to display a vintage skirt. The skirt is from the Baiku (white trouser) Yao Chinese minority group. It is made from handloomed hemp which is indigo dyed and patterned with concentric rings of batik. The orange patches and border are in felted silk and the hem is finished of with a thick homespun pink brocade ribbon. The skirt is pleated and the pleats then stiffened with root vegetable paste from the rare pot bellied tree, only found in their area, near Libo, Guizhou Province. This ensures a good sashaying motion when the wearer is walking. These skirts would be worn at festivals.
The skirt is mounted on linen stretched over a frame and at 46" square would make a statement in any room. I particularly love the bright blue indigo colour.
It can be supplied with a Perspex cover which I think lends it a more contemporary appearance and reduces potential damage from UV light. Please ask for a quote.
Item Info
Seller
Seller Location
Surrey, Surrey
Item Dimensions
H: 116cm W: 116cm D: 4cm
Period
Third quarter 20th Century
Item Location
United Kingdom
Seller Location
Surrey, Surrey
Item Location
United Kingdom
Seller Contact No
+44 (0)7795 343042
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