Robe
19th century (made)
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| Place of origin |
Twelve-symbol dragon robe of silk tapestry (kesi). Design of the three elements, 9 large 5-clawed dragons pursuing sacred discs among clouds, the 12 symbols, bat swastikas etc; red, pink, shades of blue and gold on yellow ground. Collar and cuffs of similar design on dark blue ground. Lined with blue silk.
Object details
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| Object type | |
| Materials and techniques | Silk tapestry (<i>kesi</i>) |
| Brief description | Dragon robe, silk tapestry (kesi), China, Qing dynasty, 19th century. |
| Physical description | Twelve-symbol dragon robe of silk tapestry (kesi). Design of the three elements, 9 large 5-clawed dragons pursuing sacred discs among clouds, the 12 symbols, bat swastikas etc; red, pink, shades of blue and gold on yellow ground. Collar and cuffs of similar design on dark blue ground. Lined with blue silk. |
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| Credit line | Purchased with Art Fund support |
| Object history | Registered File number 1947/374. From the collection of Bernard Vuilleumier. |
| Production | This robe was attributed to the Kangxi period (1662-1722) when the Museum acquired it. |
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| Collection | |
| Accession number | T.190-1948 |
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| Record created | June 25, 2009 |
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