Dragon costume

anonymous, c. 1800 - c. 1899

This costume was part of court dress during the Qing Dynasty (1644-1912) and intended for summer wear. It is embroidered with nine five- clawed dragons on the chest, back, shoulders and hips. The ninth dragon is hidden on the inside. The other decoration is also symmetrical, symbolizing the harmony of the universe.

  • Artwork typemantle
  • Object numberAK-RAK-2019-120
  • Dimensionsheight 141 cm x width 215 cm

Identification

  • Title(s)

    Dragon costume

  • Object type

  • Object number

    AK-RAK-2019-120

  • Description

    De mannelijke versie van een hofjas, gemaakt van donkerblauw zijde en voorzien van draken en borduurwerk.

Creation

  • Creation

    maker: anonymous, China

  • Dating

    c. 1800 - c. 1899

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Material and technique

  • Dimensions

    height 141 cm x width 215 cm

Acquisition and rights

  • Credit line

    Gift of W.P. Gerritsen, Utrecht

  • Acquisition

    gift 2019-09-03

  • Copyright

    Public domain

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