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Sleeveless Robe

Sleeveless Robe of deep blue silk with design of moth butterflies in k'ossu heavily painted. Border of black satin, embroidered with floral sprays in satin stitch in shades of blue, and set off from body by a strip of multi-colored brocade braid. Lining of thin pink silk. Companion to 42.8.79.

Date
19th century
In our collection
since August the 3rd, 2011 up to now
Dimensions
L.51-1/2 in.; L.48-1/4 in. to collar.
Location
Not on View
Medium
silk
Price
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Composition
copper62%
oxygen36%
cadmium0%
zinc2%