Empress’s ceremonial robe and cape (1737-66)
Silk in kesi tapestry weave, gilt-bronze buttons, coral,
silver and gold thread, paper, cotton
Height: 139 cm.
Height: robe 57 ¼”, collar 13 1/8”
Width: robe 70 ¾”, collar 34”
Depth: robe 1 ½”, collar 1 ½”
Section: Power

Photo: © Palace Museum, Beijing