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Buddhist Surplice (Kesa)

Cleveland Museum of Art

Buddhist Surplice (Kesa) made by an unknown artist, rectangular piece of fabric with a beige background featuring a repeating pattern of curved lines. The fabric decorated with various colorful designs, including plants with long leaves and flowers, birds, and butterflies in shades of blue, red, green, and white. Rectangular patches with circular gold designs are positioned throughout.

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1263 × 766 px
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