Han Chinese, Ming Style Bridal Robe
Place of ManufactureAsia
MediumMaterial: satin, red-orange; silk thread; gold thread
DimensionsOverall: 152.7 x 101 cm
ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART
Credit LineGift of Mr. Etienne Sigaut
Object number1964.231.001
DescriptionThis robe is made of an orange-red satin decorated with gold & silk thread embroidery of the 5 claw dragon motif, fird & flower motif, cranes (symbol of longevity), deer with the fungus of immortality(symbol of long life), Kirins playing with ball, bats(fu, therefore meaning happiness or blessing) & some of the 8 Buddhist treasures, ie conch shell, fish, lotus flower, canopy, mystic knot & wheel of the law. The bottom of the robe is decorated with the stylized wave & earth mountain motif.Status
Not on view
