Ritual shoulder cape
| Accession Nr.: | 2001.20.1 |
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| Type: | textile; costumes; religious/ritual equipment |
| Date of production: |
second half of 20th century
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| Materials: | silk |
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| Dimensions: | width: 70 cm length: 70 cm |
The rectangular shoulder cape worn during the Buddhist Tsam dance ceremony imitates the shape of a four-petal vajra. The patterned blue silk shoulder cape was decorated with an embroidered, patterned silk applique technique. Its lining is orange.