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Woman’s robe, embroidered with eight dragon medallions
China National Silk Museum
Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
This robe was made for an aristocratic Manchu woman in the Qing dynasty. It has a round collar, a large front panel opening on the right, straight frog closures, wide sleeves, with vents on both sides. The hem is decorated with ocean waves and mountains. A total of eight dragons are embroidered on the robe.
Details
- Title: Woman’s robe, embroidered with eight dragon medallions
- Location: China
- Location Created: China
- Type: Textiles
- Materials and techniques: Silk, Embroidery
- Dynasty: Qing dynasty
- Dimensions: 140cm x 188cm
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