Buddhist priest's robe (kesa) fragment

late 19th century

Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields
Indianapolis, United States

Red, safflower (beni), satin patterned in a fanciful design of rows of a bird-like costume, lotus flowers in a pot, a Chinese fan, clouds, and a stylized flower.

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Details

Title: Buddhist priest's robe (kesa) fragment
Date Created: late 19th century
Rights: Public Domain
Medium / Support: Gold Flat Paper Thread
External Link: See this object at www.imamuseum.org
Dimensions: 25 1/4 x 11 in.
Department: Textile and Fashion Arts
Credit Line: Gift of Eliza M. Niblack
Accession Number: 16.876

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