MARLA MALLETT: TEXTILES Pair of Sleeve Bands China.  Late 19th century. The embroidered area of each: 3½"x 19½." Overall: 3½"x 33½." Silk satin with very fine silk seed stitch ("Forbidden Stitch") and gold couched outlines in all of the floral forms. The human figures are worked in detailed satin stitch. To see a magnified view of these stitches, click on the detail below.  These outstanding bands are in excellent condition.  $465 the pair E-4172   Larger photo E-4173   Larger photo & detail Chinese Textiles - 2 HOME Price List