Lot 572

Imperial Qing Silk & Gold Dragon Robe | Five-Clawed Long | Lishui Hem

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Imperial Qing Silk & Gold Dragon Robe | Five-Clawed Long | Lishui Hem

Estimate: $5,000 - $7,500

Starting Bid: $2,500

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June 12, 2026 9:00 AM MDT
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Louisville, CO, US

Description:

China, ca. 17th - 18th century.. On this robe, woven from threads of silk and gold, five-clawed dragons (long), clouds, and flaming jewels appear against a rich blue ground above waves and fish. Scattered among the dragons are variants of the Chinese character shou (longevity), making this robe an especially appropriate garment for birthday celebrations.

This court robe was to be worn by a prince of the first or second rank. The hem has a design of diagonal gold bands of “standing water” (lishui) couched with gold threads. The garment is unlined except for the interior of the sleeve cuffs, which are lined with light blue silk damask.

Dragon robes of this quality, combining silk and gold weaving with Imperial iconography of this richness and completeness, are among the most prized survivals of Qing Imperial material culture.

A beautiful example. Size: 55”L (139.7cm).

Provenance: Private American collection. Ex. Schoettle Collection, Germany.

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Item # 71488

  • Condition: Overall very nice condition, some very minor imperfections.

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