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Theatrical Robe for a Male Role

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Theatrical Robe for a Male Role by The Met. Gray robe with wide sleeves. Central panel of robe has a darker gray background with orange and blue flowers in rows; on either side are panels with red birds on a light gray background with a small geometric pattern; large sleeves have same pattern as side panels. Robe fastens in center front with ties and has a triangular neckpiece.

Artwork Details

Date
second half of the18th century
Medium
Silk florentine stitch embroidery on silk gauze
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
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