Lama robe of embroidered apple green satin used in temple dances? theater? This robe is very similar in design and technique to 42.8.125, with which compare it. Lining of pink satin. Inscription. Cf. robe, fig. 38, p.87, Chinese Textiles, Priest and Simmons.

Theatrical Robe for a Warrior, Kangxi period, 1662-1722

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The horse tends to symbolize military spirit in many contexts in Chinese culture. Two horses gallop across the bottom section of this military robe. Winged lions roar in celestial landscapes on the waistline, while the lion masks decorating the front panels of the robe suggest power and strength.

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Title
Theatrical Robe for a Warrior
Role
Artist
Dimension
L.57 in. (144.78 cm)
Accession Number
42.8.124
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Lama robe of embroidered apple green satin used in temple dances? theater? This robe is very similar in design and technique to 42.8.125, with which compare it. Lining of pink satin. Inscription. Cf. robe, fig. 38, p.87, Chinese Textiles, Priest and Simmons.