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Woman’s Robe with Lotus Flowers

18th century
Not on view
The lightweight gauze foundation cloth and the pattern of lotus flowers with butterflies indicate that this robe was meant to be worn in summer.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Woman’s Robe with Lotus Flowers
  • Period: Qing dynasty (1644–1911)
  • Date: 18th century
  • Culture: China
  • Medium: Silk embroidery on silk gauze
  • Dimensions: Overall: 55 x 45 1/2 in. (139.7 x 115.6 cm)
  • Classification: Costumes-Embroidered
  • Credit Line: Gift of Ellen Barker, 1934
  • Object Number: 34.117.1
  • Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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