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Ainu Robe

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Ainu Robe by artist is a tan-colored garment with short sleeves and a collar. The robe is made of a fabric with a visible texture. It has black and white designs on the chest, sleeves, and hem. The designs are geometric patterns. The robe appears to be hanging on a wooden rod. The background is a light green color.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Elm-bark fiber with appliqué of indigo-dyed tabby (atsushi)
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
600 × 576 px
Museum record:
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