Imperial green gold brocade robe for a prince of the court (8 dragons instead of the imperial 9). The symbol of a crowing cock backed by the rising sun appears on the front and sleeves, indicating the robe might have belonged to the heir apparent.

Manchu Man's Semiformal Court Robe, 1662-1722

Unknown artist, expand_more

Silk brocadeexpand_more

The John R. Van Derlip Fundexpand_more  41.74.6

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The majority of early eighteenth century dragon robes that have survived are made of relatively heavy silk brocade. The end of the century, however, the lighter tapestry weave called k'o-ssu and embroidered satin had become more popular. The official dress codes set forth in the Huang ch'ao li-ch' i tu shih states that the tawny yellow color of this robe was reserved for the emperor's sons, excepting the crown prince who was permitted to wear yellow like his father.

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Title
Manchu Man's Semiformal Court Robe
Role
Artist
Dimension
L.52-1/2 in.
Accession Number
41.74.6
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Imperial green gold brocade robe for a prince of the court (8 dragons instead of the imperial 9). The symbol of a crowing cock backed by the rising sun appears on the front and sleeves, indicating the robe might have belonged to the heir apparent.