framed antique Chinese rain coat Faire mit traditionellen mineralischen Pigmenten handbemalt

mit traditionellen mineralischen Pigmenten handbemalt

seat: width 42cm x depth 33cm

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framed antique Chinese rain coat Faire mit traditionellen mineralischen Pigmenten handbemaltA rare antique Chinese coat, mounted in a deep frame and presented as a three dimensional wall piece. Traditionally worn by farmers and fishermen in Southern China, this handwoven rain coat was made from natural coconut fibers. The open weave offered protection from heavy rain while still allowing ventilation a simple and highly functional piece of utilitarian clothing from another time. The high collar gives the garment an unusually strong