Silk Brocade Overcoat from Japan (1970-80s)
Aqua and gold silk chrysanthemum brocade overcoat with reinforced Mandarin-style collar and knotted blue frog closures. The flowers are woven in multiple shades of gold and glimmer in the light. Straight seams, wide sleeves, and side splits make for a loose fit. The front is finished with large, functional pockets. Fully lined in lightweight white satin nylon.
MEASUREMENTS:
Shoulder, across: 16”
Chest, across: 21”
Waist, across: 22”
Bottom hem, across: 24”
Sleeve, length: 21.5”
Total length: 53”
Side splits, length: 14”
Pockets: 6.5” (W) 8.5” (H)
Closures: 3” (W) x 1.5” (H)
CONDITION: like new/new, no signs of wear
NEED TO KNOW: 100% silk outer; 100% nylon lining. Made in Japan. Translated Japanese care label instructions: “Machine washable at slow water current or gentle hand wash in maximum water temperature of 30°C. Use neutral detergent. Do not use chlorine-based bleach. May be ironed at 180°C - 210°C if a cloth is placed between iron and garment. Hang dry in shade.”
Aqua and gold silk chrysanthemum brocade overcoat with reinforced Mandarin-style collar and knotted blue frog closures. The flowers are woven in multiple shades of gold and glimmer in the light. Straight seams, wide sleeves, and side splits make for a loose fit. The front is finished with large, functional pockets. Fully lined in lightweight white satin nylon.
MEASUREMENTS:
Shoulder, across: 16”
Chest, across: 21”
Waist, across: 22”
Bottom hem, across: 24”
Sleeve, length: 21.5”
Total length: 53”
Side splits, length: 14”
Pockets: 6.5” (W) 8.5” (H)
Closures: 3” (W) x 1.5” (H)
CONDITION: like new/new, no signs of wear
NEED TO KNOW: 100% silk outer; 100% nylon lining. Made in Japan. Translated Japanese care label instructions: “Machine washable at slow water current or gentle hand wash in maximum water temperature of 30°C. Use neutral detergent. Do not use chlorine-based bleach. May be ironed at 180°C - 210°C if a cloth is placed between iron and garment. Hang dry in shade.”
Aqua and gold silk chrysanthemum brocade overcoat with reinforced Mandarin-style collar and knotted blue frog closures. The flowers are woven in multiple shades of gold and glimmer in the light. Straight seams, wide sleeves, and side splits make for a loose fit. The front is finished with large, functional pockets. Fully lined in lightweight white satin nylon.
MEASUREMENTS:
Shoulder, across: 16”
Chest, across: 21”
Waist, across: 22”
Bottom hem, across: 24”
Sleeve, length: 21.5”
Total length: 53”
Side splits, length: 14”
Pockets: 6.5” (W) 8.5” (H)
Closures: 3” (W) x 1.5” (H)
CONDITION: like new/new, no signs of wear
NEED TO KNOW: 100% silk outer; 100% nylon lining. Made in Japan. Translated Japanese care label instructions: “Machine washable at slow water current or gentle hand wash in maximum water temperature of 30°C. Use neutral detergent. Do not use chlorine-based bleach. May be ironed at 180°C - 210°C if a cloth is placed between iron and garment. Hang dry in shade.”