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Surcoat (<i>Jinbaori</i>) for a Boy

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Red sleeveless garment with high collar and gold trim, featuring a green inner lining with gold patterns. The garment has two long black velvet strips on either side, fastened with purple ties and white buttons. A red sash encircles the waist. Displayed on a cream-colored stand against a gray background. Title: Surcoat (Jinbaori) for a Boy. Artist unknown.

Artwork Details

Date
late 18th–early 19th century
Medium
Wool, silk brocade, metallic yarn, wool
Culture
Japanese
Dimensions
464 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
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