Ceremonial armor
Artist
China
Date19th century
MediumMixed media
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Prof. Frederick Pedersen
Object number1941.29.2a-l
DescriptionUniform of the yeoman of the Imperial Guard in China. Made of blue brocade with a gold metal overthread. Padded with rice paper and lined with pale blue damask.A. Jacket
B. Skirt
C. Square panel (badge)
D. Underarm piece
E. Underarm piece
F. Same as C. only smaller
G. Shoulder piece
H. Same as above only other side
I. Helmet and throat and ear protector
J. Under helmet
K. 2 brass medallions worn on jacket
L. Lining in L. is missing
See full description(s) in E Book.
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early 20th century
1896
