A SILK BROCADE 'DRAGON' KANG COVER QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY

woven with metal-wrapped, red, ivory and white threads to form the design of a pair of dragons confronting a flaming pearl amid auspicious clouds and scattered ribbon-tied precious objects, set between mountains rising from the seas at both ends, all enclosed within a double vajra border against a copper-gold silk ground 

Christie's New York, 11th May 1981, lot 667.

There is a leaf-form repair to small tear at one end. There is an area of repair among the waves and to one of the vajras along the border. There is some discoloration in some areas where the metallic threads have separated from the silk threads. The corners on one side with some dirt and wear from handling. The cover has some creases from folding and is in overall 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.
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.