We are having a hard time dating this jacket. It’s a very thick and structured brocade. The sleeves are extravagant with pleated puffed shoulders and pointed elbows. Inside is lined in a satin? We found this amazing jacket with other items dating from the late 1890s-1930s. Hoping someone has any information or can help dating this lovely piece. Thanks for reading!
Please help dating this Asian Coat
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Thank you for responding, much appreciated.
LuxLegacy
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You are welcome and the search has just started.
The arm shape has made me so curious. Do you think this may be a custom piece?
Many people when traveling through Asia would have a custom garment created for them while there.
For some reason this strikes as more Japanese than Chinese.
This would be worn over trousers or a skirt, yes? Maybe the 20's offered that?
I'm watching how your mystery unfolds!
Btw, your job sounds great!
It definitely could be a custom piece and we were also leaning towards Japanese. The estate this jacket came from was amazing, we also found a crazy quilt blanket dated 1894-1895 and 2 velvet and silk capelets along with this jacket (I attached photos).
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LuxLegacy
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When I look at that jacket, I wonder if it had the longer sleeves at one time? It's a delicious mystery.
The velvet crazy quilt is amazing. Wow!
Those capelets! Such fun to wear. They are scrumptious! Omgoodness, I can imagine how these would be used at the upcoming inaugural balls next month. Women would love these! Why three?
Was this person a designer? They had exquisite taste.
And you must be a sleuth to unlock all the secrets! Fun!
The velvet crazy quilt is amazing. Wow!
Those capelets! Such fun to wear. They are scrumptious! Omgoodness, I can imagine how these would be used at the upcoming inaugural balls next month. Women would love these! Why three?
Was this person a designer? They had exquisite taste.
And you must be a sleuth to unlock all the secrets! Fun!
Thank you for your expertise!