Embroidered Robe
Artist
Unknown
CultureChinese | Qing Dynasty
Date19th century
MediumSilk | Metal
DimensionsOverall: 50 in. (127 cm)
Credit LineGift of Dr. & Mrs. Harry B. Taylor, Sr.
Object number70.91.2
Collections
Not on view
DescriptionLong deep blue robe is of silk with metallic embroidery of gold couched in red and green designs of four clawed dragons and small lions. Color and cuffs match, and the lower sleeve is of black with stripes of three lines of couched gold threads. Skirt open up side seams for 23.5". Deep wave and mountain border. Five coat buttons fasten the side opening. Collar and cuffs have silver brocaded brown two-part border openings.
18th century
ca. 1615
