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Woman’s coat with crane medallions

19th century

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This type of coat was worn with an inner robe for important family occasions and ceremonies, such as significant birthdays. This example features eight medallions, each consisting of a stylized crane surrounded by patterns of bottle-gourd vines. As cranes and bottle gourds symbolize longevity, this design expresses auspicious wishes appropriate to the occasions on which the robe would have been worn.

Woman’s coat with crane medallions, Silk tapestry (kesi), China — Due to rights restrictions, this image cannot be enlarged, viewed at full screen, or downloaded.

Woman’s coat with crane medallions, Silk tapestry (kesi), China

Woman’s coat with crane medallions, Silk tapestry (kesi), China

Woman’s coat with crane medallions, Silk tapestry (kesi), China

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清晚期緙絲團鶴紋女褂

Title: Woman’s coat with crane medallions

Period: Qing dynasty (1644–1911)

Date: 19th century

Culture: China

Medium: Silk tapestry (kesi)

Dimensions: 56 1/2 in. (143.5 cm)

Classification: Costumes-Tapestries

Credit Line: Anonymous Gift, 1949

Accession Number: 49.32.124

Chronology

Central and North Asia, 1800-1900 A.D.

Chronology

China, 1800-1900 A.D.

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