A BLUE-GROUND SILK GAUZE 'DRAGON' ROBE, JIFU19th centuryThe blue gauze worked with gold thread forming nine five-clawed dragons each pursuing the flaming pearl amidstruyi clouds and Auspicious Emblems, all set above crashing waves andlishui stripes, similarly embroidered in the borders and horse-hoof cuffs.144cm (56 3/4in) high x 217cm (85 1/2in) wideFor further information on this lot please visit theCondition Report: General rub and wear, thread pulling to the top areas around the neck, sleeves and front. The neck collar unstitched to the back.