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Pair of black court boots with embroidered dragons, worn by the Emperor. Vietnam, Nguyễn dynasty, 19th century

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Pair of black court boots with embroidered dragons, worn by the Emperor. Vietnam, Nguyễn dynasty, 19th century

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The Áo tế Giao, a silk ritual robe embroidered with five-clawed imperial dragons. Worn exclusively by the Emperors of the Nguyễn Dynasty during the sacred Nam Giao Esplanade ceremonies to worship Heaven and Earth. 19th–early 20th century, Vietnam.

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The Áo tế Giao, a silk ritual robe embroidered with five-clawed imperial dragons. Worn exclusively by the Emperors of the Nguyễn Dynasty during the sacred Nam Giao Esplanade ceremonies to worship Heaven and Earth. 19th–early 20th century, Vietnam.

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Robe with embroidered dragons. China, 19th century

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Robe with embroidered dragons. China, 19th century

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Three pairs of ceramic molds with dragon and flower decoration. Lý dynasty, 11th-13th century, Vietnam.

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Three pairs of ceramic molds with dragon and flower decoration. Lý dynasty, 11th-13th century, Vietnam.

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Woman's coat with embroidered flowers and butterflies. China, Qing dynasty, 19th century

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Woman's coat with embroidered flowers and butterflies. China, Qing dynasty, 19th century

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Jade tablets with poem by the Qianlong Emperor in gold. China, Qing dynasty, 18th century

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Jade tablets with poem by the Qianlong Emperor in gold. China, Qing dynasty, 18th century

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Table, chair, and back screen with engraved dragons. China, Qing dynasty, 18th century

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Table, chair, and back screen with engraved dragons. China, Qing dynasty, 18th century

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The bronze statue of Emperor Khải Định seated on his throne, located inside his Mausoleum. Huế, Vietnam, Nguyễn Dynasty, 1931

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The bronze statue of Emperor Khải Định seated on his throne, located inside his Mausoleum. Huế, Vietnam, Nguyễn Dynasty, 1931

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Infant Jesus of Prague wearing a hand-embroidered imperial vestment gifted by Vietnamese devotees in 1958. Crafted by traditional artisans, it features a dragon and phoenixes.

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Infant Jesus of Prague wearing a hand-embroidered imperial vestment gifted by Vietnamese devotees in 1958. Crafted by traditional artisans, it features a dragon and phoenixes.

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Malachite carving of a luohan sitting under a tree with his assistant, with an incribed poem by the Jiaqing Emperor. China, Qing dynasty, 18th-19th century

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Malachite carving of a luohan sitting under a tree with his assistant, with an incribed poem by the Jiaqing Emperor. China, Qing dynasty, 18th-19th century

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Pillows with embroidered designs. Korea, 19th century

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Pillows with embroidered designs. Korea, 19th century

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Boots with tassels and embroidered flowers, possibly for a wedding. Indonesia, 19th century

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Boots with tassels and embroidered flowers, possibly for a wedding. Indonesia, 19th century

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Bridal robe, Joseon Dynasty, 19th c. Hwarot wedding dress, back of the garment, Joseon dynasty, 19th century, Silk satin and silk embroidery,

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Bridal robe, Joseon Dynasty, 19th c. Hwarot wedding dress, back of the garment, Joseon dynasty, 19th century, Silk satin and silk embroidery,

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Pair of Chinese Lotus Shoes for the practice of foot binding, 19th century. Embroidered satin, wood, paper, 3 15/16 x 4 1/8 in.

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Pair of Chinese Lotus Shoes for the practice of foot binding, 19th century. Embroidered satin, wood, paper, 3 15/16 x 4 1/8 in.

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The Yongzheng Emperor of the Qing Dynasty, dressed as a Frenchman, prepares to battle a tiger with a trident, 18th century, Qing Empire.

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The Yongzheng Emperor of the Qing Dynasty, dressed as a Frenchman, prepares to battle a tiger with a trident, 18th century, Qing Empire.

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Tea cup with goat decorations, crackled celadon, Trần dynasty, 13th century, Nam Dinh, Northern Vietnam

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Tea cup with goat decorations, crackled celadon, Trần dynasty, 13th century, Nam Dinh, Northern Vietnam

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The gold embroidered robe with dragons and phoenixes of the female general Qin Liangyu , who is best known for defending the Ming dynasty from attacks by the Manchu-led Later Jin dynasty in the 17th century

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The gold embroidered robe with dragons and phoenixes of the female general Qin Liangyu , who is best known for defending the Ming dynasty from attacks by the Manchu-led Later Jin dynasty in the 17th century

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Sabers with gilded handles. Vietnam, Tay Son dynasty, 18th century

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Sabers with gilded handles. Vietnam, Tay Son dynasty, 18th century

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Cream glaze ewer with flower-shaped cover. Lý dynasty, 11th-13th century, Vietnam

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Cream glaze ewer with flower-shaped cover. Lý dynasty, 11th-13th century, Vietnam

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Lacquered box with scene of children playing. China, Qing dynasty, 18th century

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Lacquered box with scene of children playing. China, Qing dynasty, 18th century

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