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Robe for Lay Aristocrat

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white photograph of Robe for Lay Aristocrat by Unknown Artist. The robe has long sleeves and a V-shaped collar. The robe features a symmetrical design with a central image of a dragon surrounded by clouds and waves. The robe has a wave pattern at the bottom hem. The robe is decorated with dragons, clouds, and waves throughout. The robe is displayed on a flat surface, with the front side facing up. The image is in black and white. The background is a plain gray color.

Artwork details

Date:
early 20th century
Medium:
Silk, metallic thread
Culture:
Tibet
Dimensions:
600 × 457 px
Museum record:
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