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Woman's Informal Robe

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Woman's Informal Robe by the artist is purple with long sleeves and an asymmetrical hem that is curved. The robe features a central panel decorated with a white, blue and pink floral design on purple. The floral design on the central panel includes branches. A black panel with a green, pink and white floral design borders the central panel. Narrow purple bands with a black and white floral design are on the sleeve ends. The robe has a small standing collar. The robe appears to be made of silk. The robe is displayed on a white background.

Artwork Details

Date
late 19th–early 20th century
Medium
Silk
Culture
China
Dimensions
599 × 449 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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