The Cleveland Museum of Art

Collection Online as of December 25, 2025

Uncut Robe: Sleeve Panel

c. 1890s

China, Qing dynasty

(1644–1911)

embroidered silk, gauze weave

Overall: 142.2 x 77.5 cm (56 x 30 1/2 in.)

Gift of C. L. Burton 1976.1088.a

Location: Not on view

Description

This is one of three panels of silk netting that would have been cut out and sewn into a gown. This section was for a sleeve. The airy fabric is embroidered in gold, white, blues, pinks, and violets with designs of phoenix birds, chrysanthemums, and symbols of longevity.

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