Made of five panels of k'o-ssu with a slit at back and front. Blue ground with a great variety of colours with some gold metallic thread. Four large dragons, five-clawed and full faced on upper robe, four smaller dragons in profile below with ninth dragon under front flap of robe. Brocaded narrow band around lapels and cuffs. Smaller motifs, numerous lucky symbols, and wide band of waves extending from hemline.
Given by Mrs. Soame Jenyns, in accordance with the wishes of her late husband, Soame Jenyns
Method of acquisition: Given (1977-03-08) by Jenyns, Soame, Mrs.
Accession number: T.85-1977
Primary reference Number: 190456
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The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Applied Arts
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