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Imperial Court Robe

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Imperial Court Robe by unknown artist is a black garment with short sleeves and a round neckline. The robe has a symmetrical design with a dense pattern of dragons, clouds, and other motifs in a lighter color. The sleeves have a patterned design on the outside. The body of the robe features five dragons, with one large dragon on the front and back and smaller dragons on either side. The lower hem of the robe has a band of wavy lines. The robe appears to be made of fabric and is displayed against a light gray background. The overall shape of the robe is A-line, flaring out from the waist. The robe appears to be a traditional Chinese imperial court robe.

Artwork Details

Medium
Silk
Culture
China
Dimensions
574 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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