China, 19th century. Lined with fabric, the hems with coated silk, framed behind glass. Embroidered with several dragons confronting flaming pearls against an apricot ground, all above crashing waves and a lishui border. Provenance: Austrian private collection Condition: Some loose threads, few small holes, discolorations, fading, seams at the edges partially loose, some wear and stains. The robe was never taken out of the frame. The condition has only been inspected to the extent visible within the frame. The frame can be removed for shipment upon winning bidders request and after full payment has been made. Such removal will be exclusively at winning bidders risk.