Ritual shoulder cape

Mongolian Collection

Accession Nr.: 83.139.1
Type: textile; costumes; religious/ritual equipment
Date of production:
early 20th century
Place of production:
Materials: silk
Dimensions: height: 60 cm
width: 60 cm
The rectangular shoulder cape worn during the Buddhist Tsam dance ceremony imitates the shape of a four-petal vajra and is decorated with a lotus pattern. The yellow silk shoulder cape was decorated with embroidery and an appliqué technique made of red silk.

Accessory for the apron, inventory number HFM_84.140 and the ornament for ceremonical dress, inventory number HFM_84.141 .