This is a traditional garment of the Yao people, a minority group, hand-stitched 60 years ago. Embroidery motifs of nature, animals, flowers, and the "phoenix" symbolize abundance and prayers for happiness. Geometric patterns and the "swastika" motif are placed in the center of the garment, representing the cycle of life and good fortune. The patterns woven with red, black, green, and purple threads are like a poem depicting the rhythm of the earth and life. Small, low-purity silver pieces are finely sewn onto the lower part, emitting a soft, dull light with every movement. This is considered a "symbol of wealth" and was once worn only on special occasions such as festivals and weddings. The embroidery technique is "flat stitch," and it is a very valuable piece completed stitch by stitch over several months. It is difficult to reproduce such handwork today, and it has high value as a collection item. Features ・Yao traditional garment (women's upper garment) ・Hand-sewn embroidery: flat stitch technique ・Production date: approximately 60 years ago ・Materials: cotton, silver decoration ・Production period: approximately several months ・Condition: good (with age-related changes typical of vintage items) Recommended uses ・Ethnic costume collection ・Research material for antique textiles ・Interior display ・Reference material for fashion design Please feel the "warmth of the hands" and the "beauty of prayer" residing in the old cloth. Ethnic costume / Yao people / Chinese minority / Antique embroidery / Handmade / Folk art / Ethnic wear / Vintage fashion / Embroidery art / Bohemian / Folklore / Phoenix pattern / Hand embroidery / Flat stitch / Old cloth / Craft material / Silver ornaments / Cloth of prayer / Asian cloth / Collection item / Textile art