Baby's Jacket c. 20th century

"Baby's Jacket" is a 20th-century Miao textile from the collection of the Minneapolis Institute of Art. The jacket is made of indigo-dyed cotton and decorated with silver thread embroidery in a repeating floral pattern. The embroidery features a central motif of a sun, surrounded by stylized birds and geometric shapes. This decorative piece provides a glimpse into the rich artistic traditions of the Miao people of China.