Robe
Artist
Unknown Chinese Artist
DateQing dynasty (1644-1911), late 19th century
Made/manufacturedChina
MediumSilk, satin, gilded metal
Dimensions55 1/2 x 46 3/4 in. (141 x 118.7 cm)
ClassificationsTextiles
Credit LineGift of Norma Canelas Roth and William D. Roth
Object number2012.63.1
DescriptionBody of robe is green damask densely patterned with Three Friends of Winter motif; white satin cuffs and both the black binding and a woven pink binding are embroidered with butterflies. There is a narrow blue silk binding at hem and between white cuffs and bindings on sleeves; there is a gold ribbon on either side of pink binding panel. The buttons are a textured gilded brass, and the lining is an off-white silk.
