Lot 25
  • 25

BELLE ROBE DE COUR EN SATIN DE SOIE ABRICOT FONCÉ BRODÉ NON MONTÉE DYNASTIE QING, PREMIÈRE MOITIÉ DU XIXE SIÈCLE |

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 EUR
bidding is closed

Description

  • 307 x 153 cm, 120 7/8  by 60 1/4  in.
finement brodée sur fond abricot foncé de soie polychrome et de fils d’or à décor de neuf dragons à cinq griffes pourchassant la perle enflammée à l'avant et à l'arrière, et sur le lé intérieur, agrémentée de nuages stylisés aux vives couleurs polychromes alternés de chauve-souris et figurant des emblèmes auspicieux, la partie inférieure décorée d'une large bordure de vagues lishu aux vives couleurs et surmontée de vaguelettes et de pics sacrés

Condition

There are is a brown horizontal stain marks upper right visible along one uncut side associated with light and tiny spots in some areas, and, a stain upper left on the other side to the abricot silk. The embroidered parts of the robe are incredibly well preserved. There are no loose threads. The silk is glossy and the detailing beautiful. Overall apart from the light stain to the abricot silk, the uncut robe is in overall very good condition.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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