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Theatre robe

CHINESE
Theatre robe
 (late 19th century)

Medium
silk, silk and metallic thread, metal

Measurements
113.5 cm (centre back) 178.0 cm (cuff to cuff)

Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Presented by Sir Hamilton Sleigh, 1970

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Gallery location
Not on display

Artwork Details

Accession Number
AS19-1970

Department
Asian Art

Physical description
Orange/red garment, richly embroidered with gold dragons, flaming pearls, blue clouds and sea.

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