Qing Dynasty 'Nine Dragon' Imperial Robe, 19th Century
Chinese Qing Dynasty, 19th century 'Nine Dragon' Imperial robe, Jifu, beautifully embroidered with nine dragons (one to interior) surrounded by cloud scrolls, cranes and precious objects, in rich tones of blue gilt, white, pink and red, the lower section d
Late Qing Dynasty 'Nine Dragon' Imperial Robe in Silk
Chinese late Qing Dynasty 'Nine Dragon' Imperial robe, in silk, finely embroidered with nine dragons (one to the interior), surrounded by cloud scrolls and precious objects, in rich tones of gilt, red, purple and green on a blue silk ground, with wave scro
Qing Dynasty 'Nine Dragon' Gauze Imperial Robe, 19th Century
Chinese Qing Dynasty, 19th century 'Nine Dragon' Gauze Imperial robe, Jifu, beautifully embroidered with nine dragons (one to interior), cloud scrolls, cranes, and precious items, in tones of blue, yellow, purple and orange, the lower flaps displaying gilt
Late Qing Dynasty Black Gauze Robe with Civil Badges
Chinese late Qing Dynasty summer Gauze robe, in black gauze set with 3rd rank civil badges to front and back, displaying cranes amongst cloud scrolls with wave scrolls and rocky outcrops to base, in bright tones of green, purple, red and white. Provenance:
19th Century Chinese Qing Dynasty 'Nine Dragon' Imperial Robe
Chinese Qing Dynasty, 19th century 'Nine Dragon' Imperial robe, Jifu, beautifully embroidered with nine dragons (one to interior) surrounded by cloud scrolls, cranes and precious items, in tones of blue, pink, green, red and gilt, the lower section display
Embroidered Chinese Silk Robe with Phoenix and Floral Motifs
20th century Chinese silk robe, beautifully embroidered with phoenix, butterflies, peacocks and large floral scrolls, in rich tones of green, blue, orange, pink and yellow on a pink ground
Chinese Gauze Robe with Flowers and Butterflies, Qing Dynasty
A Chinese ladies Informal summer Gauze robe, Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), 19th century, the scarlet ground woven with flowers and butterfly roundels, the collars, cuffs and trims embroidered with coloured silks to a black satin ground with butterflies, with w
Qing Dynasty Chinese Dark-Blue Silk Embroidered Ladies Robe
A Chinese Dark-Blue-Ground silk embroidered ladies robe, Qing Dynasty, 19th century, 55.12 in. x 43.31 in.
Qing Dynasty Chinese Imperial Blue-Ground Silk Dragon Robe
A Chinese Imperial Blue-Ground silk 'Dragon' robe, Jifu, Qing Dynasty, 19th century, the blue ground embroidered in couched gold thread with nine five-clawed dragons, two on the front and back shown clutching flaming pearls while the others reach for the p
Qing Dynasty Chinese Blue-Ground Silk Dragon Robe, 18th/19th Century
A Chinese Blue-Ground silk 'Dragon' robe, Qing Dynasty, 18th/19th century, 78.74 in. x 55.12 in., /
Chinese Blue-Ground Medallion-Decorated Kesi Manchu Ladies Robe, Qing Dynasty
A very fine Chinese Blue-Ground Medallion-Decorated Kesi Manchu ladies robe, Qing Dynasty, 18th/19th century, the robe is decorated with colourful large cranes-and-flower roundels, all above auspicious emblems in foaming lishui waves. 66.54 in. x 56.69 in…
Intricately Embroidered Chinese Robe Bands in Gilt Frame
A pair of possibly 19th century intricately embroidered Chinese robe bands in gilt frame, height 36.02 in., width 10.24 in. - frame, height 28.54 in. x 3.15 in. - sleeve
Qing Dynasty Chinese Blue Silk Robe with Embroidery
An antique Chinese blue silk robe with embroidered decoration, Qing Dynasty, 19th century, 39.76 in. long
Qing Dynasty Blue Silk Robe, 19th Century, 115 cm Long
An antique Chinese blue silk robe, Qing Dynasty, 19th century, 45.28 in. long
Imperial Blue Silk Dragon Robe, Late 19th Century China
A Jifu robe, China, late 19th century. A nine dragon Imperial blue silk robe. This is an example of a kesi, a silk tapestry weaving. Length 54.33 in., width 83.07 in.
Gold Dragon Jifu Robe from China, Mid to Late 20th Century
A Jifu robe, China, Mid to late 20th century. This robe features nine gold-coloured thread dragons. One a silk-satin yellow fabric. Yellow dragon robes were only worn by the emperor and his immediate family, which suggests this one was produced for sale. L
Contemporary Royal Red Robe with Golden Dragon Panels
A contemporary copy of Royal robe, south Korea, a deep red robe with four golden circular dragon panels. Length 50.39 in., width 65.75 in.
19th Century Tibetan Dragon Chuba Robe: Yellow Silk Court Wear
A 19th century Chuba robe, Tibet, dragon robes made and worn for Tibetan court were called chuba. This yellow silk dragon robe is cut in the Tibetan-style and features a complex weave structure with a brocade pattern. Woven on a handloom. Length 55.51 in.…
19th Century Chinese Mang Ao Robe with Kesi Weaving Technique
A Mang Ao robe, China, c. 19th century. The mang ao is a jacket worn by Chinese women as official formal dress. Made using the kesi weaving technique, with two front ties to close the jacket. Length 43.31 in., width 64.17 in.
Chinese Textile Collection: Chair Covers, Dragon Robe, Silk Embroideries
A collection of Chinese textiles, comprising a set of four embroidered red silk chair covers and an embroidered brown silk dragon robe, together with two small silk embroideries, the chair covers 51.18 in. long, the robe 29.53 in. long
19th Century Chinese Export Lacquer and Gilt Robe Box
Chinese export black lacquer and gilt robe box, 19th century, of square shape, the lid decorated in gilt with an oriental life scene depicting figures, pagodas and a boat, surrounded by foliage, the interior with a fitted rice paper lining finely painted w
Dragon-themed Chinese Opera Robe from early/mid 20th century
A early/mid 20th century Chinese opera robe featuring dragons, height 56.69 in., width 79.53 in. arms
Ching Dynasty Dragon Robe: Exquisite Gold Thread Embroidery
An impressive Chinese Ching Dynasty silk brocade dragon robe, finely embroidered in gold thread with a dragon to the upper section chasing a pearl of wisdom, with two further dragons to the lower section also rendered in gold thread set amongst scrolling c
Golden Dragon Robe Set: Flaming Pearl Embroidered Duo
A Chinese silk robe, embroidered in gold thread with a dragon chasing a flaming pearl. Sold together with another robe embroidered with dragons chasing flaming pearls
Chinese Qing Dynasty Blue Kesi Dragon Robe
A Chinese Blue-Ground Kesi dragon robe, Mangpao, Qing Dynasty (1644-1912), 52.76 in. x 50.79 in. Provenance: An old private collection, Vic., acquired from Hong Kong in the 60's. Hence by descent.
Chinese Manchu Nine Mang Summer Robe, Qing Dynasty
A Chinese Blue-Ground Manchu Man's 'Nine Mang' Semi-Formal summer robe, Jifu, Qing Dynasty (1644-1912), 82.28 in. x 54.09 in. Provenance: An old private collection, Vic., acquired from Hong Kong in the 60s, hence by descent.
Chinese Pine and Crane Embroidered Robes Set
A set of two Chinese embroidered 'Pine and Crane' robe, 41.34 in. x 76.38 in.
Pale Qing Dynasty Summer Robe (10 words)
Chinese late Qing Dynasty summer robe, in pale tones, length 46.06 in.
Embroidered Manchu Robe with Figures and Flowers
Chinese embroidered Manchu robe, embroidered in Peking knot with roundels depicting two figures in various scenes, surrounded by flowers, butterflies and fruits in Peking knot, in tones of peach, blue and brown on a cobalt blue ground, with black satin bor
Chinese Phoenix Silk Cuffs in Hardwood Frame
A 19th century Chinese silk embroidered Mandarin's robe cuffs, double sided, highlighted with phoenix amongst clouds over crashing waves in colours on blue. 10.63 in. x 10.63 in. In hardwood frame and stand with dragon supports.
Chinese Embroidered Robe Panels, Framed (Pair)
A pair of Chinese embroidered robe panels, framed, overall 27.56 in. x 16.14 in.
Qing Dynasty Silk Robe with Embroidered Borders
Chinese silk Gauze Damask robe with embroidered borders, Qing Dynasty, 19th century, some perishing to sleeve borders and neck, length 52.76 in.
Pink Silk Manchu Lady's Informal Robe with Butterflies and Orchids
Chinese pink silk Manchu lady's Informal robe, Changyi, late Qing Dynasty, embroidered in satin stitch and brightly coloured butterflies hovering over scattered orchid sprays, enclosed by a black silk border similarly worked with pairs of orchid plants alt
Late Qing Dynasty Belt Hanging with Floral Diamond Design
Chinese late Qing Dynasty belt hanging, c.1890 of diamond form, decorated with flower heads within geometric patterning, in tones of yellow, purple, pink and green, set with three compartments, l 11.02 in. catalogue note: Chinese robes and jackets did not…
Qing Dynasty Embroidered Gold Thread Iris Vest
Chinese Qing Dynasty embroidered vest, decorated with embroidered gold thread iris on a bright blue ground, accented with embroidered shou symbol, bat and floral trims, in tones of black, gold and purple, with pale blue silk lining, length 28.35 in.
Embroidered Qing Dynasty Dragon Robe
19th century (Qing Dynasty) Chinese silk embroidered dragon robe, richly embroidered with 4 five claw dragons, clouds, waves and buddhistic symbols in light blue and gold (lacks buttons)
Imperial Woman and Attendant
A Qing period painting on rice paper, of a woman wearing an Imperial dragon patterned robe and an attendant. Some faults. 6.50 in. x 6.30 in.
Qing Dynasty Child's Robe with Butterfly Embroidery
Chinese child's robe, Qing Dynasty, 19th century, blue silk ground embroidered with butterflies, Buddhistic knots and flowers, framed and glazed, height 35.43 in. width 51.18 in. Provenance: The Collection of Janet and Graeme Webb, Wollogorang, NSW
Peony and Butterfly Embroidered Red Silk Robe
Chinese embroidered red silk robe, beautifully decorated with peonies and butterflies in Peking knot, in tones of blue on a red silk ground, with pale blue sleeve cuffs embroidered with peaches, flowers and wufu, accented with black borders, with bright ye
Chinese Summer Robe with Floral Embroidery
Chinese purple Gauze summer robe, the gauze decorated with flowering branches, with embroidered sleeve panels and decorative borders depicting peonies, peaches and phoenix, in colourful tones on black, accented with white silk sleeve panels embroidered wit
Midnight-blue Qing Dynasty dragon robe
Chinese Chaofu Qing Dynasty formal dragon robe, the midnight-blue summer weave silk worked in couched gold threads with a five-clawed front-facing dragon on the chest, back and shoulders, each encircling a flaming pearl among clouds, bats, ribboned preciou
Qing Dynasty Bamboo Vest with Blue Trim
Chinese Qing Dynasty bamboo Vest, c.1850, with blue trim and ties. Provenance: Collection of Judith Rutherford
Qing Dynasty Dragon Robe Panels
Chinese Qing Dynasty dragon robe panels, c.1875, depicting forward facing dragon with flaming pearl, above two side facing dragons with flaming pearl, in tones of red, cream, green and blue, accented with gold thread on blue silk, 55.12 in. x 45.67 in.…
Imperial Nine Dragon Robe, Late Qing Dynasty
Important Chinese Imperial clan nine dragon robe, late Qing Dynasty, embroidered with eight dragons couched in gold wrapped thread to the exterior, surrounded by embroidered wufu, cranes and ruyi head and auspicious Buddhist objects including endless knot,
Qing Dynasty Bamboo Jacket, c.1875
Chinese Qing Dynasty bamboo jacket, c.1875, intricate design, long sleeves, with three decorative gilt buttons catalogue note: bamboo jackets were worn underneath Chinese silk robes. They have become highly valued and have been adapted by designer Issey Mi
Qing Dynasty Dragon Brocade Panel
Chinese Qing Dynasty brocade panel, c.1850, from a dragon robe, of rectangular form, depicting a dragon floating in the cloud filled sky with the flaming pearl of wisdom, in tones of blue, green, cream, brown and red, 20.47 in. x 16.14 in. catalogue note:…
Qing Dynasty 4th Rank Ladies Badge with Wild Goose
Unusual Chinese Qing Dynasty ladies 4th rank badge, c.1875, of square form, in its original form before being cup and applied to the ladies vest of surcoat, set with central wild goose surrounded by wave scrolls, the sun made of coral beads, with wave scro
Yellow Dragon Robe with Blue and Gold Details
A Chinese yellow Jifu dragon robe early to mid 20th century, the yellow ground robe decorated with blue and gold thread dragons, the lower border with stylised decoration depicting earth and ocean. Silk and metal wrapped thread, 56.69 in. high, 81.50 in.…
Golden Dragon Robe with Buddhist Emblems
A Chinese blue ground Jifu dragon robe 19th century, the nine dragon robe with golden dragons writhing amoungst clouds, chasing flaming pearls surrounded by precious Buddhist emblems above a lower border of stylized mountains and waves. With an elaborate c
Noblewoman's embroidered dragon robe, late Qing dynasty
A noblewoman's coral-ground embroidered dragon robe, Jifu late Qing dynasty, the silk ground embroidered with nine golden dragons pursuing flaming pearls among scrolling clouds, ribboned bajixiang emblems, bats and flying cranes, a basket of fruits and flo
Silver Dragon Robe
An antique Chinese silk robe late 19th / early 20th century decorated in silver/metal wire depicting four claw mythical dragons, height 39.37 in., width
Chinese Dragon Embroidered Panel with Brocade Border
A Chinese gold thread embroidered panel, from a Mandarin's robe, depicting an Imperial dragon and mystic pearl above a landscape and wave pattern, brocade bordered, framed and glazed. Overall 41.73 in. x 29.13 in.
Late Qing Dynasty Embroidered Panel with Figures and Flowers
Chinese late Qing Dynasty embroidered panel, champagne silk embroidered with figures, eternal knot and flowers with ruyi head border, in tones of blue, purple, green and red, uncut collar and trim meant for 'End of Mourning' robe, 29.92 in. x 42.52 in.
Blue Dragon Robe with Gold Accents, Late 19th Century
A blue gauze summer 'dragon' robe, Jifu, late 19th century, the deep blue field with nine gold dragons pursuing flaming pearls amongst auspicious emblems, with lishui stripes at the sleeves and hem, the gold-striped sleeve extensions ending in horse-hoof c
Floral and Dragon Embroidered Silk Coat
Vintage Chinese embroidered silk coat, decorated with floral and dragon embroidery.
Imperial Court Robe with Twelve Symbols, Qing Dynasty
A Chinese twelve symbol Emperor's semi-formal court robe, Jifu, Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), circa 1850, This robe made for the Emperor, is beautifully decorated with the twelve symbols of Imperial authority, arranged discreetly among a number of other symbol
Qing Dynasty Imperial Prince's Dragon Robe
An important Chinese Imperial Prince's robe, Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), circa 1800-1830, the black silk Autumn dragon robe with Imperial dragons couched in golden thread, with auspicious Buddhist and Daoist symbols, and medallion roundels of dragons on the
Imperial Yellow Dragon Robe, Qing Dynasty
An impressive Chinese Imperial yellow dragon robe, (Longpao Jifu), Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), Daoguang period (c1820), This excellent and rare Manchu nine-dragon robe, has been embroidered with the finest silk and couched gold-wrapped thread on a rich satin
Rare Qing Dynasty Silk Robe for Empress Dowager Cixi
A rare Chinese silk robe for Empress Dowager Cixi, Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), early Guangxu period (1875-1908), the very beautiful robe embroidered on a chestnut silk with peonies in green, lilac and ice blue, decorated with auspicious emblems for good fort
Manchurian Lady's Waistcoat, Qing Dynasty, circa 1870
A fine example of a Chinese Manchurian lady's Waistcoat, Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), circa 1870, worn by a lady in waiting to the Empress of China. The bright blue silk damask, woven with butterflies and prunus blossom. The black borders are embroidered with
Qing Dynasty Emperor's Navy Surcoat with Dragon Medallions
A Chinese Emperor's Surcoat (Gunfu), Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), the navy satin with four woven kesi Imperial dragon medallions, fastened at waist level with spherical metal buttons and silk loops, the lining a pale blue silk with a subtle monochrome key fre
Chinese Red Silk Kesi Ladies Robe with Dragon Roundels
A Chinese red silk Kesi ladies Informal robe, 19th century, decorated with an evenly spaced monochrome pattern of round medallions, enclosing a pair of five-clawed dragons in profile contesting a flaming pearl, set against lotus scrolls. The border at the
19th Century Chinese Silk Child's Robe in Perspex Frame
A Chinese silk child's robe, 19 th century, with embroidery border and collar, perspex frame, the robe 36.22 in. high, the frame, 64.96 in. x 40.55 in. Provenance: A private deceased estate, Majorca, Spain
Qing Dynasty Lady's Robe in Frame
A framed Chinese light-blue lady's robe, Qing Dynasty, late 19th century, 43.50 in. high, 59.25 in. wide
Miniature Chinese Silk Dragon & Phoenix Robe
A miniature Chinese silk and needlework dragon and phoenix robe, 41.34 in. high, 33.86 in. wide
Qing Dynasty Blue Silk Mandarin Robe Fragment
A Chinese blue silk Mandarin robe fragment, Qing Dynasty, 19th century, the printed silk has not been embroidered, a square frame with carved fretwork, 12.20 in. x 12.20 in.
Qing Dragon Court Robe
Early Chinese embroidered silk & Gauze court robe. Embroidered dragon decoration on blue gauze, with silk margins. Likely Qing period. Length 50.39 in.
Chinese Dragon Robe, 19th Century
A Chinese blue gauze ceremonial dragon robe, 'Jifu', 19th century. Embroidered with nine gold crouched dragons chasing the 'flaming pearl' amongst a dense ground of scrolling clouds, together with other cosmic symbols all against a vivid deep blue ground,
Chinese Embroidered Brunch Coat, 20th Century - Size XL
An elaboratley embroidered brunch coat, Chinese, 20th century size Xl
Late Qing Dynasty Chinese Embroidered Cape
A Chinese embroidered cape, late Qing dynasty.
Chinese Embroidered Silk Vest from Late Qing Dynasty
A Chinese embroidered ' fushou ' apple-green silk vest, Late Qing dynasty 29.53 in. long, 27.17 in. wide. Provenance: NSW Private Collection. by descent NSW Private Collection, acquired in China at least 90 years ago
Qing Dynasty Dragon Robe in Perspex Case
A Chinese silk embroidered Summer robe, Qing Dynasty (1644-1912), well mounted in a perspex case, this gauze robe is beautifully decorated with dragons traditional to the Imperial style of the Qing dynasty, some visible repairs to fabric. Length 56.30 in.…
Dragon Robe: Silk and Gold Adorned
A Chinese dragon robe, 18th/19th century. Silk and gold wrapped thread on fine apricot silk fabric. Richly adorned with the Peking Knot/Forbidden Stitch & many significant classical images including multiple four clawed dragons. 42.20 in. high
Chinese Qing Dynasty Lady's Robe
A Framed Chinese light-blue lady robe, Qing dynasty, late 19th century, the silk ground woven with flower scrolls and vases in coloured silk thread over a light-blue ground; the neck, sleeve bands and ham trimmed with embroidered flower roundels and flower
Imperial Dragon Shawl: Richly Embroidered 19th Century Chinese Silk
A Chinese section of an Imperial silk robe 19th century, possibly Daoguang period made into a shawl, richly embroidered with mang four-claw dragons amidst clouds on a deep salmon ground, with the flaming pearl, the lishui borders at either end of the shawl
Late Qing Dynasty Lady's Chaopao with Piling Collar
A lady's Chaopao 'Piling' collar, late Qing Dynasty, circa 1875, from a lady's formal or state robe, framed with a pair of dragon's in gold thread above waves. 32.68 in. wide.*for a complete lady's Chaopao in the Metropolitan Museum of Art (accession…
Blue and Gold Dragon Robe, 18/19th Century
A good blue ground and gold thread dragon robe, 18/19th century. 39.37 in. high, 35.43 in. wide
Chinese Dragon Robe, Qing Dynasty
A Chinese blue silk dragon robe, Qing Dynasty, late 19th century, embroidered with five clawed dragons in gold thread above a band of breaking waves in coloured silk. 42.52 in. long. Provenance: A Private Melbourne Collection
Blue Dragon Robe with Flaming Pearls, Qing Dynasty
An embroidered blue-ground 'nine dragon' robe, Qing dynasty, 19th century the blue ground embroidered with nine gold dragons in pursuit of flaming pearls amidst scrolling clouds, with bats carrying wan symbols and cranes in flight interspersed with the an
Midnight Blue Silk Embroidered Chinese Robe
A Chinese midnight-blue-ground silk-embroidered robe, Late Qing dynasty or Republic period, 64.17 in. wide (sleeves extended), 36.61 in. long
Qing Dynasty Silk and Ermine Fur Robe
A Chinese light-blue-ground silk-embroidered and ermine's fur robe, Late Qing dynasty, 57.09 in. wide (sleeves extended), 41.34 in. long
Dragon Robe with Flaming Pearls and Cloud Scrolls
An embroidererd brown-ground dragon robe, Qing dynasty, early 19th century, the semi-formal court robe 'Jifu' embroidered with nine rampant dragons in pursuit of flaming pearls set among bats, 'ruyi' cloud scrolls, and the 'an baxian', all above turbulent
Traditional Chinese Robe with Dragon, Phoenix, and Lotus Embroidery
An embroidered traditional style Chinese costume robe. An embroidered Chinese robe decorated with a dragon, phoenix and lotus flower, hand sewn patchwork characters and 1932 stamped on inner lining 51.57 in. long
Qing Dynasty Embroidered Silk Textile Fragment
A framed Chinese Textile fragment. Later Qing Dynasty (1644-1912), the hand embroidered silk fragment from the robe of a highly ranked person, in a predominantly cobalt, sky blue and iron red palette and depicting the mythical ho ho bird prancing over wave
Blue Silk Embroidered Qing Dynasty Robe
A Chinese blue silk and embroidered robe, late Qing Dynasty, 37.40 in. high
Blue and Gold Dragon Robe, 18/19th Century
A good blue ground and gold thread dragon robe, 18/19th century, 39.37 in. high, 35.43 in. wide
Chinese Embroidered Cape with Floral and Landscape Scenes
A 19th century Chinese finely embroidered cape, decorated with floral and landscape scenes. Various ties and pendants. Width (approx. ) 39.37 in.
Chinese Rabbit Fur-Lined Winter Robe with Floral Embroidery
A rare Chinese rabbit fur-lined hooded winter robe, embroidered with floral roundels, probably Northern Chinese and Republic period. Good overall condition, with some expected signs of use. Length 49.21 in.
Chinese Embroidered Summer Robe with Bat and Flower Motifs
An old Chinese embroidered summer robe, beautifully decorated with roundels containing bats and flowers, probably late Qing Dynasty. Gold thread decoration throughout. Good condition. Minor damage. Length 54.72 in.
Dragon Robe of Burgundy Silk with Intricate Embroidery
A Chinese burgundy woven silk dragon robe with embroidered cuffs, wave border and intricate pattern of dragons chasing flaming pearls among the clouds.
Chinese Summer Robe with Floral and Mythical Bird Embroidery
A fine quality Chinese 19th century summer robe in green gauze embroidered in coloured silks with flowers, bats, roundrels and mythical birds within floral borders. All over sea wave border.
Qing Silk Robe, Skirt & Shoes from Colonial Soldier
Late Qing Chinese silk embroidered robe, skirt & a pair of shoes reputedly from a colonial soldier. Length of shoes 10.63 in.
Anna Pavlova's Dragon-Embroidered Mandarin Coat
Anna Pavlova Chinese red silk Mandarin coat, early 19th century, richly embroidered in gold thread with dragons amidst clouds above scrolling waves, re-cut and fitted with dark velvet lining, This coat was probably a gift to the great ballerina Anna Pavlov
Floral and Insect Embroidered Chinese Silk Coat
Chinese silk coat embroided with flowers & insects on a navy blue background. Length 1.13m