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Buddhist priest's robe (kesa)

19th to early 20th century
Object PlaceJapan
Medium/TechniqueSilk, 7and1 satin weave patterned by weft floats and complementary wefts bound in 1/3 twill order (shuchin); pieced and appliquéd
DimensionsHxW: 116.3 x 211.8 cm (45 13/16 x 83 3/8 in.)
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Bliss Knapp
Accession number50.296
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ClassificationsCostumes
ProvenanceGift to the MFA on March 9, 1950
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