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Woman’s robe decorated with cranes amid clouds

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Woman's robe decorated with cranes amid clouds by Anonymous. The robe is red with a repeating pattern of blue and cream-colored clouds and white cranes. The sleeves are white with black designs. A decorative gold trim around the neckline, cuffs, and hem. The robe is mid-length with short sleeves. The robe is shown on a headless mannequin against a green background.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Silk embroidery on silk satin
Culture
China
Dimensions
469 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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