Theatrical warrior’s jacket with dragons

Theatrical warrior’s jacket with dragons

An item at Metropolitan Museum of Art

This type of jacket was usually worn by a performer playing a Manchu general. The ceremonial armor worn during parades and inspections inspired its form. On view during Rotation 1 of exhibition from June 25, 2016 through January 13, 2017.

Asian Art

An exhibit at Metropolitan Museum of Art

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The Met's collection of Asian art—more than 35,000 objects, ranging in date from the third millennium B.C. to the twenty-first century—is one of the largest and most comprehensive in the world. Each of the many civilizations of Asia is represented by outstanding works, providing an unrivaled experience of the artistic traditions of nearly half the world.