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with side opening, the aubergine-colored silk gauze woven with roundels of two five-clawed dragons clamoring for a 'flaming pearl,' bordered by a woven silk band with geometric pattern, blue gauze, and a cream-colored gauze needlepointed with polychrome auspicious birds amid blue rocks and trees, the sleeves cuffed with a fourth gauze with needlepointed butterflies and roundels, unlined

The fabrics intact, but with small stains on left cuff, a few small patches of greenish discoloration on the blue gauze at the neck, and small darkened patches down the right side of the back.
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.