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Buddhist priest's robe (noh-e kesa, 7 jo)

18th century

Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields

Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields
Indianapolis, United States

Red, safflower (beni) damask (rinzu?) patterned with a sayagata fret of swastikas over which are scattered small motifs of chrysanthemum (kiku) and orchids (ran), is embroidered with multicolored silk and gold threads in a pattern of bamboo palace blinds (misee), and aoi (asarum) leaves. This fabric.

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  • Title: Buddhist priest's robe (noh-e kesa, 7 jo)
  • Date Created: 18th century
  • Rights: Public Domain
  • Medium / Support: Gold Wrapped Threads | pencil
  • External Link: See this object at www.imamuseum.org
  • Dimensions: 82 x 44 1/2 in.
  • Department: Textile and Fashion Arts
  • Credit Line: Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Alan B. Conant
  • Accession Number: 66.19
Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields

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