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Noh Robe (Karaori) with Autumn Grasses and Butterflies

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Red fabric with a repeating pattern of blue, white, and orange flowers and grasses. The fabric is shaped like a traditional Japanese garment with wide sleeves and a peplum hem. Two triangular sections at the top. Light gray background.

Artwork Details

Date
early 19th century
Medium
Twill-weave silk with brocading in silk and supplementary weft patterning in silk and metallic thread
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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