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Robe Design Lesson PlanRobe Design Lesson Plan
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2009
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Robe Design

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You can learn a lot from a robe, especially if that robe is from the Qing Dynasty. Examine the beauty and symbolism that covers a functional and piece of clothing entitled Winter Dragon Robe. The class will consider and analyze all of the images on the piece to hone their critical thinking and observation skills. They will then use the elements of design found in the robe to draw their own symbolic and ornate robes.

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