Taoist robe
Taoist priest robe of deep blue satin embroidered with large cranes in couched gold twist. Collar and front band of medium blue satin and blue twilled silk with dragons and clouds in couched gold threads. Side borders of dragon medallions, and bottom border of five-clawed dragons, clouds, and the Eternal Sea in couched gold threads. All borders double-edged with gold braid and gold and black brocade. Lining of dull yellow silk.
- Date
- 19th century
- In our collection
- since January the 3rd, 2012 up to now
- Dimensions
- L.54-3/4 x W.48-3/4 in.
- Location
- Not on View
- Medium
- satin
- Price
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- Composition
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iron 49% atium 46% zinc 5%