Imperial dresses worn by concubines in the Qing Dynasty

2014-07-30 16:25:46

(chinadaily.com.cn)

3. Informal dress

Casual wear has the most variety in its patterns, designs and craftsmanship and was used on many occasions in the Qing imperial palace. It reflects the changingfashiontrend and the concubines' view of beauty in the Qing Dynasty.

L: A waistcoat is embroidered with peony and butterfly patterns and looks gorgeous. R: A sleeveless jacket, embroidered with colored phoenixes and embellished with paillettes, is a choice costume from a late Qing Dynasty palace. [Photo/Palace Museum]


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Imperial dresses worn by concubines in the Qing Dynasty

2014-07-30 16:25:46

(chinadaily.com.cn)

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