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Lay Aristocrat Man's Gayluchang Jacket

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Lay Aristocrat Man's Gayluchang Jacket by the artist features a predominantly dark-colored jacket laid flat and displayed from the front. The jacket has a central seam down the middle with a black tassel on the left side. It has long sleeves that extend out to the sides. The fabric showcases an intricate pattern predominantly in shades of dark gray and white, depicting various motifs including animals, plants, and possibly mythical creatures. The cuffs and sides of the jacket have a fringe-like trim at the edges. The jacket's design includes a patchwork style with different sections of patterned fabric sewn together.

Artwork Details

Medium
Silk
Culture
Tibet
Dimensions
599 × 247 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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