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The Dragon Robes of China's Last Dynasty
Historical Background
The Silk Industry
The Sad, Short, and Hungry Life of the Silkworm
The Chinese Concept of the Universe
The Dragon and Dragon Robe Symbolism
NEW: Dragon Robes Quiz!
Dragon Robes Glossary
Dragon Robes Bibliography
Acknowledgements
The robes
Formal Court Robe (chao-fu)
Daoist Priest's Robe
Blue Satin Semi-Formal Robe
Vermillion Manchu Lady's Informal Robe
Manchu Boy's Coat
Insignia of Fourth Degree-Prince
Related objects
Portrait of Manchu Official and Wives
Portrait of Madam Li
Knife and Chopsticks Kit
Kingfisher Headdress Decoration
Thumb-Ring Pouch
Fingernail Protectors
Snuff Bottle
Eight Immortal Daoists
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Formal Court Robe (chao-fu)
Daoist Priest's Robe
Blue Satin Semi-Formal Robe
Vermillion Manchu Lady's Informal Robe
Manchu Boy's Coat
Insignia of Fourth Degree-Prince
Portrait of Manchu Official and Wives
Portrait of Madam Li
Knife and Chopsticks Kit
Kingfisher Headdress Decoration
Thumb-Ring Pouch
Fingernail Protectors
Snuff Bottle
Eight Immortal Daoists