Late 19th century Constructed with a center front opening, embroidered in gilt-wrapped threads with dragons contesting flaming pearls on the front, shoulders and the back amid cloud scrolls, bats, auspicious emblems and flowers above rolling waves, terrestrial peaks, and a tall lishui border, the blue ground collar decorated with additional dragons, the sleeves terminating with bands embroidered with flowers and auspicious fruits. 53 1/2in (136cm) long