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Woman's Summer Robe

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The woman's summer robe, created by an unknown artist, is a vibrant yellow garment with a distinctive design. The robe has short sleeves and a round neckline with a small opening at the top. The main body of the robe features a repeating pattern of small trees or plants in a light color, possibly gold or cream, against the yellow background. A black border with a matching tree or plant pattern runs along the edges of the robe, including the sleeves, hem, and down one side. The robe appears to be made of silk or a similar fabric and has a curved hem that is longer in the back than the front. The robe is fastened on one side with small buttons or ties. The background of the image is plain white.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Silk, metallic thread
Culture
China
Dimensions
599 × 590 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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