Vintage 'Double Happiness' Heritage Southern Tǔbù - 1950s Collector's Roll

This extraordinary textile represents the pinnacle of Chinese bridal craftsmanship from the 1950s. Woven entirely by hand using the complex "Twelve-Harness Stepping Flower" technique, this magnificent cloth features the iconic Double Happiness (喜) character - a powerful symbol of marital joy and auspicious beginnings - woven directly into the fabric's structure using hand-twisted cotton threads.

Originally created for prestigious wedding trousseaus and significant celebrations, this well-preserved 12.6-meter roll represents a complete, uncut treasure from a bygone era of textile artistry. The substantial 1.5kg weight and consistent 49cm width testify to the remarkable skill required to maintain such precision throughout this lengthy handmade creation.

Collection Significance

· Museum-grade preservation of complete textile roll
· Original wedding trousseau condition, never cut or used
· Demonstrates peak 1950s hand-weaving technology
· Cultural artifact representing traditional marriage customs
· Rarity: Few rolls of this quality and length survive today

Textile Specifications
• Era: 1950s
• Technique: Twelve-Harness Stepping Flower Weave
• Pattern: Woven Double Happiness Characters
• Material: Hand-Twisted Cotton Thread
• Dimensions: 49cm wide × 12.6 meters long
• Weight: 1.5kg complete roll
• Condition: Pristine vintage, stored as archival piece

Investment Value

· Complete length allows for museum display or preservation
· Suitable for cultural institution acquisition
· Potential for historically accurate fashion reproduction
· Lasting symbol of Chinese textile heritage

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Note: This investment-grade textile roll comes from a private family collection and represents one of the finest surviving examples of 1950s wedding textile production. Acquisition includes provenance documentation and specialized storage recommendations.