Manchu Emperor's Semiformal Twelve-Symbol Court Robe, 19th century
Unknown artist, Chinaexpand_more
Embroidered satinexpand_more
The John R. Van Derlip Fundexpand_more 42.8.49
Not on Viewexpand_more
The designs on this robe depict the Twelve Symbols signifying authority and power. They include the sun, moon, constellation, rock, fu (the Chinese character for happiness), dragon, axe head, pheasant, water plant, sacrificial vessels, flame, and garden
Details
- Title
- Manchu Emperor's Semiformal Twelve-Symbol Court Robe
- Role
- Artist
- Dimension
- 54-1/4' L
- Accession Number
- 42.8.49
- Curator Approved
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