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Theatrical robe for a female Daoist priest

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Theatrical robe for a female Daoist priest by Unknown. The robe is laid flat. The robe has wide sleeves and is made of fabric with a geometric pattern in black, blue, and peach. The geometric pattern is made of lines forming right-angled steps. The robe has a band with floral embroidery down the center and a similar band around the edges. The floral embroidery on the bands is blue and white. There are three clusters of red roses with green leaves embroidered on the front of the robe. The hem is scalloped.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Silk thread embroidery on silk satin
Culture
China
Dimensions
599 × 422 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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