Samfoo with green and yellow floral motif

Title
Samfoo with green and yellow floral motif
Year/Period
1960 - 1969
Region
Singapore
Material
Dimension
Gross measurement: 152.0 x 105.5 cm
Accession No.
2016-00174

This is a cotton samfoo with green and yellow floral motifs and green piping. The samfoo is a traditional Chinese outfit which consists of a top (‘sam’) with side fastenings and a mandarin collar, worn over a pair of pants (‘foo’). Traditionally, the samfoo is loose fitting and its cut makes it convenient for the wearer to carry out everyday activities.