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Imperial Portrait

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Imperial Portrait by an unknown artist: A seated man wearing an ornate robe with dragons and other designs, a hat with a red and black base and gold ornamentation, and jewelry including earrings and necklaces, sits on a patterned chair against a tan background. The man's face is pale and expressionless, and he wears a blue shirt under his robe. His robe has a gold and blue pattern, and his hat has a small spike on top. The chair has a high back and curved arms. The robe has a front panel with a circular ring. The man's sleeves are wide and have a striped pattern. The background behind the man is plain tan. The floor has a patterned rug.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Hanging scroll; ink and color on silk
Culture
China
Dimensions
307 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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