Buddhist priest's robe (hira kesa, 7 jo)

Edolate 18th century with early 19th centur

Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields
Indianapolis, United States

Green satin patterned with dragons and clouds. Dragons edged in gold thread. Yô (the panels), not pieced and the corner patches (shiten) are orange. Lining: Purple silk plain weave called tamamushi. Woven with red warps and blue wefts. Original handholds.

Details

Title: Buddhist priest's robe (hira kesa, 7 jo)
Creator: Edo
Date Created: late 18th century with early 19th centur
Rights: Public Domain
Medium / Support: Gold Flat Paper Thread
External Link: See this object at www.imamuseum.org
Dimensions: 81 1/2 x 46 1/4 in.
Department: Textile and Fashion Arts
Credit Line: The Eliza M. and Sarah L. Niblack Collection
Creation Period: Edo
Accession Number: 33.485

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