Theatrical woman's robe, 19th century
Unknown artist, Chinaexpand_more
satin, cottonexpand_more
The John R. Van Derlip Fundexpand_more 42.8.108
Not on Viewexpand_more
During the Qing Dynasty, men played both male and female roles in plays and operas. Stage decoration and scenery were kept to a minimum, so the audience’s attention needed to be captured by dramatic, exaggerated costumes and stage makeup to ensure the characters were recognizable. This robe would almost certainly have been over-the-top as everyday wear, but on stage its bright pink color and butterfly design were necessary for dramatic effect.
Details
- Title
- Theatrical woman's robe
- Role
- Artist
- Dimension
- L.61-1/8 x W.58 in.
- Accession Number
- 42.8.108
- Curator Approved
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