Summer Silk: Qing Dynasty Robes and Signs of the Season

This installation includes two summer silk gauze robes, one created for a man and the other for a woman, and a silk-thread embroidered summer panel of Birds and Flowers of the Four Seasons. The Semi-Formal Summer Court Dragon Robe (Jifu) was created for a Qing dynasty official to wear at work. The midnight blue women’s patterned silk gauze summer surcoat was created for a Qing dynasty aristocratic lady to wear when attending a celebratory gathering or when receiving guests. In addition to depicting summertime, the motifs on the Birds and Flowers of the Four Seasons panel bestow a wish for an enduring harmonious marriage.
Organized by the Norton Museum of Art.
This exhibition was made possible by the generosity of John and Heidi Niblack.
Featured Program
Curator Conversation / Summer Silk: Qing Dynasty Robes and Signs of the Season
Laurie Barnes, Elizabeth B. McGraw Senior Curator of Chinese Art
Friday, June 17 / 6PM
Explore the details of two summer silk gauze robes, one created for a man and the other for a woman, as well as a summer panel from Birds and Flowers of the Four Seasons. The Semi-Formal Summer Court Dragon Robe (Jifu) was created for a Qing dynasty official to wear at work, while the midnight blue women’s patterned silk gauze summer surcoat was created for a Qing dynasty aristocratic lady.
Space is limited; tickets available one hour before program time.
Museum Admission / Members FREE