Description:
Noh Choken Robe, Japan, 18th/19th century, depicting an overall pattern of clematis flowers and scrolling tendrils with three open fan motifs depicting a gnarled flowering plum tree and bird on the back and shoulders, all in gold metal-wrapped thread on a green silk gauze ground, lined in purple silk, wd. 78, lg. 41 in.
Estimate $2,000-3,000
good condition with minor wear at the neck
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Keywords
JapanSuhyung Kim
Director, Asian Works of Art
508-970-3263
Helen Eagles
Deputy Director, Asian Works of Art
508-970-3132
Asian Works of Art
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