Antique 19th Century Chinese Silk Opera Doll - Ornate Embroidery

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Bring authentic 19th-century history and exquisite artistry into your space with this rare, late-Qing Dynasty Chinese Canton/Shanghai Opera Doll. A … Read more Bring authentic 19th-century history and exquisite artistry into your space with this rare, late-Qing Dynasty Chinese Canton/Shanghai Opera Doll. A spectacular find for serious collectors and high-end interior designers, this decorative figure features a beautifully preserved, hand-painted porcelain head and an articulated hand-carved wooden body and limbs.

She is dressed in an incredibly detailed, hand-woven silk robe featuring vibrant, meticulous embroidery depicting a traditional figure on the front and ornate floral medallions on the reverse. The costume is further elevated by delicate metallic thread-work and micro seed beads lining the collar closure. Exceptional artisan details define this piece, from the sculpted hair ornaments down to the miniature hand-painted wooden shoes.

With fully intact hands and feet and neck and original garments, this museum-quality textile doll is perfect for a custom shadowbox or shelf styling in Traditional, Eclectic, or Chinoiserie interiors. See less