CHINESE
Court lady’s informal robe
(Changfu)
(late 19th century)

Medium
silk satin, silk, cotton, silk and metallic thread, gilt

Measurements
136.5 cm (centre back) 121.0 cm (cuff to cuff)

Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Bequest of Dr G.E. Morrison, 1921

Gallery location
Not on display

Artwork Details

Place/s of Execution
China

Accession Number
2034-D3

Department
Asian Art

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Physical description
Pale green with longevity symbols, pink lining, borders with butterfly and floral motifs, white sleeves with floral and crane motifs (Manchu).

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CHINESE
Court lady’s informal robe
(Changfu)
(late 19th century)