A BLUE EMBROIDERED 'DRAGON' ROBE, JIFU QING DYNASTY, JIAQING PERIOD |

the midnight-blue silk brocade ground couched in gold-wrapped threads with nine five-clawed dragons each pursuing a 'flaming pearl' on a trellis-pattern ground amidst clouds and a selection of the 'Eight Buddhist Emblems' all above embroidered 'Mountains of Immortality' emerging from a roiling sea, a continuous panel of gold lishui stripes at the lower section of the robe, the black silk sleeves tapering to horse-hoof cuffs of silk embroidered with further dragons and clouds, the interior lined with plain-weave silk of pale blue

The brocade and embroidered fabric constituting the neck and upper border appear to be replacements. There are minor expected snags to the embroidery and some of the embroidery may have been re-touched. The robe has been cleaned. The lining has expected wear and some discoloration.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.