CHINESE

Theatre robe
(late 19th century)

Medium

silk, silk and metallic thread, metal

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

Medium

silk, silk and metallic thread, metal

Measurements

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

Accession Number

AS19-1970

Department

Credit Line

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

Gallery location

Not on display

Physical description

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