Authentic Antique, Truly Exquisite, Finely Selected, United Nation (UN) named Miao Costume as One of the World Cultural Relics, where Miao Embroidery is an integral part, Browse 100+ different artworks in Ethnic Textile and Tapestry Arts, Genuine Ethnic Miao Handmade Silver Bracelets, Earrings, Necklaces, Hair Pins, Rings, Tiara, Embroidered Skirts, Shoes and Bags available. World Class Textile Art – Miao Tribe Antique Embroidery Art, Miao tribe embroidery has high artistic value and enjoys good fame worldwide. Miao ladies (or called Hmong, same rooted) learn batik and embroidery since the age of six or seven, and spend months and years to hand embroider their own festival clothing, wedding dresses, apron and baby carriers. They know as much as 14 different hand stitching techniques and good at using colorful silk threads to make stunning effect. They incorporate gold paper cutouts, metal sequins, batik and woven pieces, making the embroidery exceptionally rich in colors, patterns and textures. Diminishing Technique - Need to be Promoted and Preserved. Most antique textile pieces are decorated with flowers, birds and animals from the surrounding landscape - anthropomorphic and zoomorphic images that are often abstracted. Also, traditional auspicious designs are often found, along with patterns that are completely geometric. As increasing number of Miao ladies move from villages to cities, this exquisite textile art is diminishing, and collectors and museums from around the world are working hard to collect and preserve them. “Amazingly rich in texture and design, an exquisite piece of artwork that is hand stitched by sophisticated technique, with very fine and detailed craftsmanship – a stunning piece indeed! Measurements: 11x 29 inches, Item Brief: Embroidered panel. Appliquéd silk embroidery on silk satin. Motifs are phoenixes and flowers. It is a usual type of embroidery people use for wedding. It is probably over 30 years. It is in good condition. We examine each item carefully and offer full refund or free replacement if item is of inferior quality, defective or not as described. Simply return the item in its original condition within 90 days from the date of purchase, and we will refund the full item price back to your paypal account. We pay special attention in wrapping each item and use extra bubble wraps to ensure good protection. In all circumstances only high quality heavy duty shipping box (thick mailing tube for paintings) are used.