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Wealthy layman's chuba (outer coat) of purple chinese figured silk +
Wealthy layman's chuba (outer coat) of purple chinese figured silk +
Object Number 37-131-60/3003
Display Title Wealthy layman's chuba (outer coat) of purple chinese figured silk +
Descriptions
Object Description Wealthy layman's chuba (outer coat) of purple Chinese figured silk, otter fur trimming, lining of coarse white Tibetan twill - worn on dress occasions.
Inventory Description Coat, red silk exterior, woven natural wood interior, fur trim, open front
Classification
  • Coat
Department Ethnographic
Culture
  • Tibetan
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Asia / Tibet
Additional Geographic Terms Chamdo; Tibet, eastern border of; Szechuan Province, adjoining
Materials Silk, Dye, Fur, Wool
Dimensions Overall: 95 x 225 x 0.3 cm (37 3/8 x 88 9/16 x 1/8 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 37-131-60/3003

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