A dragon robe (longpao). 19th century - image-1

Lot 196 Dα

A dragon robe (longpao). 19th century

Auction 1080 - overview Cologne
08.12.2016, 11:00 - Asian Art - Tibet/Nepal incl. Strebel Coll, Chinese Decorative Arts
Estimate: 3.000 € - 5.000 €
Result: 4.712 € (incl. premium)

A dragon robe (longpao). 19th century

A dragon robe (longpao) of light brown silk embroidered and with couched gold wrapped paper threads depicting eight winding dragons amidst small clouds and emblems, including those of the Eight Immortals, at the hem lishui in gold and silver. Traces of usage, especially at the collar, the blue lining loose or torn. 19th century.
Length 135 cm