Robe for a high-ranking man (gho)
Place of OriginBhutan
Dateapprox. 1900-1950
MaterialsSilk with cotton lining
DimensionsH 61 in x W. 71 1/2 in, H. 154.9 cm x W. 181.6 cm
Credit LineGift of William Mathews Brooks
Object number2010.19
DepartmentHimalayan Art
ClassificationsTextiles
On View
Not on viewThis elaborately patterned robe is thought to have been owned by the second king of Bhutan's present dynasty, who reigned from 1926 to 1952. Members of the royal family sometimes gave their personal clothing to their courtiers or attendants as a mark of favor.
1949-1950
1950-1975
1970-1980
1900-2000
1850 -1900
approx. 1800-1868
approx. 1800-1900
approx 1900-1935