Early 20th century, light yellow silk ground jacket embroidered in silk with auspicious motifs of bamboo, plum blossoms, butterflies, and orchids, Peking Knot embroidered light blue silk ground sleeves, three frog closures down front, gold silk lining lining to interior.


27 1/2 x 50 1/2 in.

From the Estate of Colonel Howard Ravenscroft Johnson (1903-1944)

Colonel Howard Ravenscroft Johnson (1903-1944) was the Commander of the US Army 501st Parachute Infantry Regiment during WWII, fought in Normandy and was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross. He was stationed in China in the 1930s and collected Asian art at that time.

Very good estate condition; sleeves have light fading to silk ground.