Flag of MyanmarCostume & Textilesearly 1900s

Robe is a costume institute of Burmese (Mara) origin created in early 1900s using cotton, silk — now part of the Costume Institute collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

Mediumcotton, silk
DepartmentCostume Institute
Credit LinePurchase, Irene Lewisohn Bequest, 2002
Dateearly 1900s

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Burmese (Mara) culture. The estimated date range is 1900 – 1950.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Robe?

Robe is housed in the Costume Institute department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Robe created?

Robe dates to early 1900s.

What material is Robe made from?

Robe is crafted from cotton, silk.

Is Robe in the public domain?

Robe is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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