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Court lady’s informal robe

Court lady’s informal robe
(Changfu)
(late 19th century)

Medium
silk satin, silk, cotton, silk and metallic thread, gilt
Measurements
136.5 cm (centre back) 121.0 cm (cuff to cuff)
Place/s of Execution
China
Accession Number
2034-D3
Department
Asian Art
Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Bequest of Dr G.E. Morrison, 1921
This digital record has been made available on NGV Collection Online through the generous support of The Gordon Darling Foundation
Gallery location
Not on display
Physical description
Pale green with longevity symbols, pink lining, borders with butterfly and floral motifs, white sleeves with floral and crane motifs (Manchu).