Woman's Opera Robe

Date1920's

Place of ManufactureAsia

MediumMaterial: silk; mirrors; peacock feathers; gold thread

DimensionsOverall (ht=neck to bottom of robe; wi is meas. across the sleeves): 191 x 139 cm

ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART

Credit LineGift of Mrs. J.S.C. Moffitt

Object number1985.057.001

DescriptionThe colourful WOMAN'S OPERA ROBE is called a "Nuey Mang Robe." It is a theatrical outfil of the Tang Dynasty worn by elderly women. One special occasion when this robe is worn is at the annual meeting of the Eight Immortals or at a party to celebrate the birthday festivities of one of the Eight Immortals. The collar is generally worn loose with a large white silk scraf underneath.

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