Buddhist Priest's Robe (kashaya), Kangxi period (1662–1722), x in., silk, satin, China, 17th-18th century, Buddhist priests’ robes (kashaya) are designed to be draped over the left shoulder and under the right arm and fastened in front under the left shoulder by ties. This robe belonged to a high-ranking abbot. In the many small squares, symbolic of Buddha’s mendicant days, are embroidered five-clawed dragons in couched gold and large peony blossoms with leafy tendrils in shades of red, pink, blue, and green. The 'patched' character of the robe is accentuated by bindings of ivory

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