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Robe for Buddhist Priest

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white rectangular textile with intricate designs. The textile is divided into sections by thin lines. It features a large dragon design in the center, with its body winding across the top portion. The dragon has a head, scales, and a long tail. The textile has a border at the bottom with wave and floral patterns. The background of the textile is dark, with lighter-colored designs throughout. The textile appears to be made of fabric and has a hanging seam down the center. It is titled "Robe for Buddhist Priest" and attributed to an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Silk and metallic thread
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 310 px
Public Domain
Yes
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