清 緙絲云龍紋甲|Theatrical armor with dragons

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18th century · Silk and metallic thread tapestry (kesi) · Asian Art

This garment is part of a set of costume armor based on the style of the eighteenth-century Manchu Qing court. The lining bears a rectangular stamp reading “used by the Grand Theater,” which indicates that it was worn by performers in the Forbidden City. The exceptional tapestry work depicting five-clawed dragons, a symbol of the emperor, further confirms the robe’s imperial palace origin. On view during Rotation 1 of exhibition from June 25, 2016 through January 13, 2017.

Artist

Unknown

Date

18th century

Medium

Silk and metallic thread tapestry (kesi)

Culture

China

Department

Asian Art

Credit line

Rogers Fund, 1930