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Robe, Birthday or Ceremonial

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white photograph of a short-sleeved robe. Robe has light-colored body with darker patterned shoulders and sleeves. Body of robe features embroidered designs on the chest, abdomen, and hem. The shoulders are dark with a light floral patterned trim. The sleeves are dark with the same floral pattern. The hem features lines extending upwards from the bottom in a chevron pattern. The garment appears to be symmetrical. Robe, Birthday or Ceremonial, Chinese.

Artwork Details

Medium
Silk
Culture
China
Dimensions
586 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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