Piece from a Robe (Kosode) with Cherry Blossoms and Monkeys with Palanquin

Brown frame surrounds a piece of fabric with a design. The fabric has a beige background. A red and blue pattern runs along the top edge. A light brown diagonal band crosses the fabric. Pink flowers and green leaves are on the fabric. A figure carries a palanquin with a person inside. Two monkeys stand on either side of the palanquin by a tree. The fabric is surrounded by a white mat.

Artwork details

Date:: 18th century
Medium:: Resist-dyed and painted silk crepe with details embroidered in silk and metallic thread
Culture:: Japan
Dimensions:: 297 × 624 px
Museum record:: View original