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Imperial Court Robe

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black robe with long sleeves and rounded hem. The robe has a high neckline with a small opening. The robe is decorated with a design featuring dragons and waves. The robe has 5 buttons down the center front. The sleeves are wide with horizontal black and gray stripes. The robe is by artist unknown, titled "Imperial Court Robe".

Artwork details

Medium:
Silk, metallic thread
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
483 × 625 px
Museum record:
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