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Imperial Court Robe

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white image of an Imperial Court Robe by unknown artist. The robe is laid flat and viewed from the front. The robe has a round neckline with a small slit at the top. The sleeves are wide and straight, with a black band at the end. The body of the robe is covered in a dense pattern of small flowers and leaves. The lower part of the robe has a different pattern of lines and shapes. The robe is displayed on a plain white background.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Silk
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
600 × 452 px
Museum record:
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