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Woman's Semiformal Robe (Pao), c. 1890-1910
China
Silk; 66 1/2 x 55 in.
2007.1.20
Gift of M…
Robe (Pao)
Woman's Semiformal Robe (Pao), c. 1890-1910
China
Silk; 66 1/2 x 55 in.
2007.1.20
Gift of M…
Woman's Semiformal Robe (Pao), c. 1890-1910 China Silk; 66 1/2 x 55 in. 2007.1.20 Gift of Ms. Helen P. Jahnke

Robe (Pao)

ClassificationsClothing and Adornments-principal attire (upper body)
Date1890-1910
Made AtChina, Asia
MediumSilk
Dimensions66 1/2 × 55 in. (168.9 × 139.7 cm)
Credit LineGift of Helen P. Jahnke
Object number2007.1.20
DescriptionWoman's semiformal robe (pao). Orange silk embroidered with butterflies, black trim with embroidered butterflies. White ribbon trim with purple, blue and green embroidery. Four gold metal buttons. Lined inside with pink silk.
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