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Cantonese Opera Skirt

MOA: University of British Columbia

2967/12

Long dark maroon two-paneled skirt. Skirt has a blue cotton waistband approximately 19 inches wide, attached to which are two fine silk panels that make up the body of the skirt. Panels have a small scalloped applique sewn around their edges. Each panel has a centre portion that is heavily pleated, with stitched vertical tucks. Two long cotton ties are attached at the top corners of the waistband for fastening.

  • Type of Item skirt
  • Culture Cantonese
  • Material silk fibre, cotton fibre, synthetic fibre
  • Measurements height 97.0 cm, width 140.5 cm (overall)
  • Previous Owner Jin Wah Sing Musical Association
  • Received from Jin Wah Sing Musical Association
  • Made in China
  • Ownership Date before August 29, 2012
  • Acquisition Date on August 29, 2012
  • Item Classes textiles
  • Condition fair
  • Accession Number 2967/0012

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