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Chinese

Robe, 1736-1795

Description

Maker

Culture

Chinese

Title

Robe

Year

1736-1795

Dimensions

144.8 cm (57 inches) (length)

Type

  • Fashion,
  • Costume

Credit

Gift of Miss Lucy T. Aldrich

Object Number

35.395

Exhibition History

Exhibition History

Of Peonies and Dragon's Toes

June 24 - September 13, 1998

Ch'ing Dynasty Men's Wear

May 8 - August 15, 1987

The five-clawed dragon motif indicates that this robe was for use by the emperor or a member of his immediate family.

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