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Emperor's Twelve-Symbol robe

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Emperor's Twelve-Symbol robe by unknown artist shows a short-sleeved, knee-length robe with a round neckline and a diagonal slit on the left side. The robe is predominantly light-colored with intricate dark patterns and designs throughout. The sleeves are wide and have a distinctive design, with vertical stripes on the cuffs and a patterned section near the shoulder. The robe's main body features a complex arrangement of symmetrical patterns, including waves at the bottom, and a central design on the chest. The robe appears to be made of a smooth fabric, possibly silk, and is laid flat against a plain background.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1835
Medium:
Silk
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
600 × 491 px
Museum record:
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