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Empress's Twelve-Symbol Robe

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Empress's Twelve-Symbol Robe by unknown artist shows a black and white photograph of a traditional Chinese robe. The robe has a round neckline and short sleeves. The top portion of the robe features intricate designs including dragons, clouds, and other motifs. A band of intricate design encircles the waist. The bottom portion of the robe has a striped pattern. The sleeves have a patterned design on the top and bottom with a striped section in the middle. The robe is displayed on a plain background.

Artwork details

Medium:
Silk and metallic threads
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
600 × 525 px
Museum record:
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