EMBROIDERED BLUE-GROUND 'DRAGON' ROBE, MANGPAO QING DYNASTY,...

Hammer

£700

EMBROIDERED BLUE-GROUND 'DRAGON' ROBE, MANGPAO
QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY
with alterations, worked in couched gold thread on the front and back with five-clawed dragons confronting flaming pearls amongst clouds, fire scrolls, bats, cranes and other auspicious emblems
134cm long approx

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Front of the robe has been cut resulting in partial loss to one of the front dragons. Thread bare areas in places consistent with age and use. Some pulled threads and staining, again consistent with age and use. Personal viewing recommended.