Manchu Woman's Unofficial Informal Court Robe
Empress robe of blue satin, attributed to T'zu Hsi, embroiderd with lily bulbs in shades of grey, pale blue-green and golden yellow. Happy Augury(?) signs alternate with lily bulbs over all. Wide border of black embroidered with same motifs around bottom, opening and cuffs of robe.
- Date
- 1875-1908
- In our collection
- since March the 25th, 2016 up to now
- Dimensions
- L.56-7/8 in.
- Location
- Not on View
- Medium
- Embroidered satin
- Price
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- Composition
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cadmium 82% iron 2% oxygen 16%