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Woman's Short Informal Robe

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Woman's short informal robe. The garment is short, with long sleeves and a round neckline. The main body and sleeves are made from cream-colored fabric. The robe features intricate designs and patterns in shades of blue, red, black and cream. The robe has a central seam that runs down the front, with a curved shape at the bottom. There is a circular cutout at the top of the neckline, covered with salmon-colored fabric. The robe's hem is adorned with a decorative border. The robe is laid flat on a blue background.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1900
Medium:
Silk, metallic thread
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
600 × 421 px
Museum record:
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