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Ceremonial Coat

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Ceremonial Coat by an unknown artist shows a black, short-sleeved garment with a round collar and a central closure. The coat features a dark background with large circular designs on the front. The circular designs contain intricate landscapes. Smaller designs of birds in flight are scattered across the chest and sleeves. A decorative border runs along the hem and sides. The sleeves appear to have a lighter-colored lining visible at the edges. The coat appears to be made of silk or a similar fabric. The image is in black and white. The coat is displayed flat on a white background.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Silk, metallic thread
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 522 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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