清早期 刺繡道教袶衣|Daoist priest’s robe
Unknown Artist
18th century
Medium
Silk and metallic thread embroidery on satin
Dimensions
Overall: 54 x 73 in. (137.2 x 185.4 cm)
Classification
Costumes-Embroidered
Culture & Period
China · Qing dynasty (1644–1911)
Department
Asian Art
Museum
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Credit
Bequest of William Christian Paul, 1929
Accession Number
30.75.3
Tags
Art Historical Context
This exquisite Daoist priest’s robe, crafted in early Qing dynasty China during the 18th century exemplifies the opulent craftsmanship of imperial-era religious attire. Dating to the Qing period (1644–1911), when Daoism flourished alongside Confucian and Buddhist traditions, such robes were worn by priests during rituals invoking harmony between heaven and earth. Donated to the Metropolitan Museum of Art in 1929 through the bequest of William Christian Paul, this garment measures an impressive 54 x 73 inches, designed to drape majestically over the wearer. Masterfully embroidered on luxurious...