清 戯衣女尼背心|Theatrical vest for a female Buddhist priest
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18th century · Silk thread embroidery on silk satin · Asian Art
A long vest with patchwork, such as this example, was often worn by a female Buddhist priest in Chinese legendary plays. In such performances, both male and female Buddhist priests are depicted with magic powers to help righteous people in poor circumstances or to subdue demons and save the world.
- Artist
- Unknown
- Date
- 18th century
- Medium
- Silk thread embroidery on silk satin
- Culture
- China
- Department
- Asian Art
- Credit line
- Gift of Alan Priest, 1962
