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Buddhist priest's stole (ohi)

late 18th century

Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields

Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields
Indianapolis, United States

White twill, patterned with fans and phoenix and musical instruments such as: a harp (koto); a flute (shakuhachi); and a many-reeded mouth organ (sh�). Corner patches (shiten) are red satin (?) patterned with octagons with stylized flower in center. Lining: Yellow silk pongee (tsmugi). Replacement.

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  • Title: Buddhist priest's stole (ohi)
  • Date Created: late 18th century
  • Rights: Public Domain
  • Medium / Support: Gold Flat Paper Thread
  • External Link: See this object at www.imamuseum.org
  • Dimensions: 58 x 11 in.
  • Department: Textile and Fashion Arts
  • Credit Line: The Eliza M. and Sarah L. Niblack Collection
  • Accession Number: 33.489
Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields

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