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Imperial Chinese Robes from the Forbidden City

7 Dec 2010-27 Feb 2011

V&A
London SW7 2RL

Overview

This exhibition shows three centuries of beautiful and historic royal robes worn by the emperors and empresses of the Qing Dynasty, the last ruling dynasty of China (1644-1911). On show for the first time in Europe, this is a rare opportunity to see these sumptuous garments. £5, concessions available