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Woman's Ceremonial Jacket

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a black-and-white photo of a woman's ceremonial jacket by an unknown artist titled "Woman's Ceremonial Jacket". The jacket is displayed on a hanger, laid flat, and viewed from the front. The jacket is dark-colored, possibly black, with a floral pattern in shades of light gray. The sleeves are wide and short, reaching slightly past the shoulder. The collar is round and folds down. The front of the jacket has a central circular design with a floral pattern and a vertical line of fasteners down the middle. The jacket appears to be made of a shiny material, possibly silk. The background of the image is light grey. The overall shape of the jacket is curved, with a flared bottom. There are no visible straps or ties for fastening at the waist.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Silk, metallic thread
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 435 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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