Costume, Imperial 12-Symbol Robe

Manchu Emperor's Semiformal Twelve-Symbol Court Robe, 19th century

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The John R. Van Derlip Fundexpand_more  42.8.49

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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
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Costume, Imperial 12-Symbol Robe