Buddhist Ritualistic Robe, ‚Kesa‘, silk and goldthread, 195 cm by 110 cm. ( 77x 43 Inch ) Attributed to the 17th century. Provenance: an old German private collection of Asiatic textiles. Eleven (!) columns, sewn together in the traditional pattern, six separate patches. These emphasize the religious status of the wearer and underwent a special,elaborate,ritual before being attached. The silk shows many cracks, varying in size, where formerly the robe was folded. If sincerely interested in this ancient Buddhist Relic, please contact me.