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Noh Costume (Nuihaku) with Egrets

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white photograph of a traditional Japanese garment. The garment has wide sleeves and a long body. The garment is dark-colored with white designs. The top portion of the garment has white swirling patterns. Two white egrets are on the top of the sleeves. The bottom of the garment has a pattern of white egrets among plants. The garment appears to be made of silk or a similar material. It is hanging on a rod against a dark background. The garment is titled "Noh Costume (Nuihaku) with Egrets".

Artwork details

Medium:
Silk embroidery and powdered gold on silk satin
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
516 × 625 px
Museum record:
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