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A dragon and a phoenix, fantastic creatures of Chinese origin, are shown here in a Japanese obi against a background crowded with peonies and chrysanthemums. The dragon is seen in its usual Qing dynasty Chinese milieu, which includes stylized motifs of a mountain, waves, and flaming jewel.
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Title: Obi with Dragon and Phoenix
Date: 19th century
Culture: Japan
Medium: Silk satin with supplementary weft patterning in silk and metallic threads
Dimensions: Overall: 164 x 27 1/4 in. (416.6 x 69.2 cm)
Classification: Costumes
Credit Line: Gift of Phillip H. Rubin, 2006
Object Number: 2006.572.5
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