Minneapolis Institute of Art

Robe

China

Date

19th century

Medium

satin, silk

Department

Asian Art

Institution

Minneapolis Institute of Art

This robe is decorated with peaches, pomegranates, and citrons (also known as “Buddha’s hand”) in gold against a purple ground. The motifs are imbued with symbols of good fortune: the peach stands for longevity, the pomegranate for fertility, and the citron for good luck. Together they constitute the “Three Abundances.” These, in combination with the endless knot motif in the neck and sleeve bands, mean the robe is emblematic of a long, happy, and prosperous life blessed with many children. China, Asia

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