Costume & Textilesearly to mid-1900sRobe is a costume institute of Burmese (Haka) origin created in early to mid-1900s using silk — now part of the Costume Institute collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | silk |
| Department | Costume Institute |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Irene Lewisohn Bequest, 2002 |
| Date | early to mid-1900s |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Burmese (Haka) culture. The estimated date range is 1900 – 1975.
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 to mid-1900s.
What material is Robe made from?
Robe is crafted from 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