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Theater Robe for Actor

18th century
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Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Theater Robe for Actor
  • Date: 18th century
  • Culture: China
  • Medium: Patterned silks, satin embroidered in silks, gold-wrapped silks applique on satin
  • Dimensions: 84 5/8 x 55 1/8 in. (215 x 140 cm)
  • Classification: Costumes
  • Credit Line: Seymour Fund, 1983
  • Object Number: 1983.2
  • Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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