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Daoist Priest's Robe
China
Daoist Priest's Robe
Embroidery on satin,
19th century
Qing dynasty
55 x 71 in.
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Meyer
1935:104

Border along the front opening of the robe showing a pattern of multi-colored clouds (vertically arranged, bottom-left of image).

The cloud is one of Eight Precious Objects that are symbols of wealth and good fortune.

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