110 results for: Asian American
Chinese man's robe which belonged to Goon Dip, ca. 1890-1910
This robe belonged to Goon Dip (circa 1862-1933), one of the most influential Chinese people in the history of Washington state. He worked his way up from poverty to become a wealthy merchant and successful labor contractor who provided employment in the canneries for hundreds of Chinese immigrants. He served as China's honorary consul to Washington State and Alaska. He…
ID Number:1974.5914.10
Date:Circa 1890-1910
Chinese Theatrical Robe from the Goon Dip family, ca. 1890-1910
This is one of several Chinese garments donated to MOHAI by Lillian Goon Dip (1900-1975). Lillian was born in Portland Oregon and spent most of her early life at the Milwaukee Hotel in Seattle’s Chinatown. Lillian was an accomplished dancer, studying ballet with several teachers including Seattle’s well-known Mary Ann Wells. She often performed in traditional Chinese costumes. Her father…
ID Number:1974.5914.12
Date:Circa 1890-1910
Chinese “lotus” shoes from the Goon Dip family, ca. 1890-1910
These Chinese “lotus” shoes were donated by Lillian Goon Dip (1900-1975) and likely belonged to her mother Chin Yook-Nui who had bound feet. The shoes appear to have been modified from their original form, to combine traditional Chinese elements with fabrics more associated with the United States. The front of the shoes are silk and delicately embroidered. The backs, possibly…
ID Number:1974.5914.14
Date:Circa 1890-1910
Chinese “lotus” shoes from the Goon Dip family, ca. 1890-1910
These Chinese “lotus” shoes were donated by Lillian Goon Dip (1900-1975) and likely belonged to her mother Chin Yook-Nui who had bound feet. The shoes appear to have been modified from their original form, to combine traditional Chinese elements with fabrics more associated with the United States. The front of the shoes are silk and delicately embroidered. The backs, possibly…
ID Number:1974.5914.17
Date:Circa 1890-1910
Purse from the Goon Dip family, ca. 1890-1910
This purse is part of a collection of items donated to MOHAI by Lillian Goon Dip (1900-1975). Lillian was born in Portland Oregon and spent most of her early life at the Milwaukee Hotel in Seattle’s Chinatown. Lillian was an accomplished dancer, studying ballet with several teachers including Seattle’s well-known Mary Ann Wells. She often performed in traditional Chinese costumes.…
ID Number:1974.5914.19
Date:Circa 1890-1910
Purse from the Goon Dip family, ca. 1890-1910
This purse is part of a collection of items donated to MOHAI by Lillian Goon Dip (1900-1975). Lillian was born in Portland Oregon and spent most of her early life at the Milwaukee Hotel in Seattle’s Chinatown. Lillian was an accomplished dancer, studying ballet with several teachers including Seattle’s well-known Mary Ann Wells. She often performed in traditional Chinese costumes.…
ID Number:1974.5914.20
Date:Circa 1890-1910
Chinese Theatrical Woman's Jacket from the Goon Dip family, ca. 1890-1910
This is one of several Chinese garments donated to MOHAI by Lillian Goon Dip (1900-1975). Lillian was born in Portland Oregon and spent most of her early life at the Milwaukee Hotel in Seattle’s Chinatown. Lillian was an accomplished dancer, studying ballet with several teachers including Seattle’s well-known Mary Ann Wells. She often performed in traditional Chinese costumes. Her father…
ID Number:1974.5914.24
Date:1890-1910
Chinese Dragon Robe from the Goon Dip family, ca. 1900-1920
This is one of several Chinese garments donated to MOHAI by Lillian Goon Dip (1900-1975). Lillian was born in Portland Oregon and spent most of her early life at the Milwaukee Hotel in Seattle’s Chinatown. Lillian was an accomplished dancer, studying ballet with several teachers including Seattle’s well-known Mary Ann Wells. She often performed in traditional Chinese costumes. Her father…
ID Number:1974.5914.26
Date:Circa 1900-1920
Chinese Theatrical Jacket with Metallic Thread from the Goon Dip family, ca. 1890-1910
This is one of several Chinese garments donated to MOHAI by Lillian Goon Dip (1900-1975). Lillian was born in Portland Oregon and spent most of her early life at the Milwaukee Hotel in Seattle’s Chinatown. Lillian was an accomplished dancer, studying ballet with several teachers including Seattle’s well-known Mary Ann Wells. She often performed in traditional Chinese costumes. Her father…
ID Number:1974.5914.32
Date:1890-1910
Chinese Woman's Jacket from the Goon Dip family, ca. 1890-1910
This is one of several Chinese garments donated to MOHAI by Lillian Goon Dip (1900-1975). Lillian was born in Portland Oregon and spent most of her early life at the Milwaukee Hotel in Seattle’s Chinatown. Lillian was an accomplished dancer, studying ballet with several teachers including Seattle’s well-known Mary Ann Wells. She often performed in traditional Chinese costumes. Her father…
ID Number:1974.5914.33
Date:1890-1910