Daoist Robe
19th century (made)
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This type of robe is called a 'robe of descent' in China. It was worn by a Daoist priest. Daoism is China's native religion. The back, which is shown here, is the side that is decorated. The design is a schematic picture of the universe.
Object details
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| Materials and techniques | Figured silk embroidered with twisted silks and gilt threads in couched work |
| Brief description | Daoist robe (jiangyi), yellow figured silk embroidered with twisted silks and gilt threads in couched work, China, Qing dynasty, 19th century. |
| Physical description | Daoist temple robe (jiangyi) or robe of descent. The robe consists of a large square of satin folded in two, the fold thus forming the shoulder line which continues to the hem of the sleeves. One side of the robe is slashed to the middle and is there shaped into a collar. The overall effect is voluminous. Red plain weave damask cotton lining. Yellow silk satin ( satin 8) damask ground embroidered with coloured twisted silks and gilt metal in couched work. Central medallion representing a new sun rising above the horizon (yang): the constellations, white cranes, sacred lotus, turtle, deer and shou character for longevity. |
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| Credit line | Purchased with Art Fund support |
| Object history | Registered File number 1947/374. From the collection of Bernard Vuilleumier. |
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| Summary | This type of robe is called a 'robe of descent' in China. It was worn by a Daoist priest. Daoism is China's native religion. The back, which is shown here, is the side that is decorated. The design is a schematic picture of the universe. |
| Bibliographic reference | Verity Wilson, "Cosmic Raiment: Daoist Traditions of Liturgical Clothing", Orientations Vol. 26 No. 5, May 1995, pp.42-49 |
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| Accession number | T.212-1948 |
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| Record created | January 29, 2003 |
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